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What does agronomy encompass?

Production and use of animals for food, fuel, and land conservation

Production and use of plants for food, fuel, and land conservation (correct)

Production and use of plants for food, fuel, and chemicals

Production and use of plants for clothing, fuel, and land conservation

What is the focus of plant breeding in agronomy?

Genetic modification of plants for optimal crop production

Crossbreeding of animals for optimal crop production

Selective breeding of plants for optimal crop production (correct)

Selective breeding of animals for optimal crop production

Which sciences are applied in agronomy?

Chemistry, economics, sociology, and genetics

Biology, physics, economics, and genetics

Physics, astronomy, geology, and psychology

Biology, chemistry, economics, and genetics (correct)

What is an example of a hybrid grain produced through crossbreeding in agronomy?

<p>Triticale, from crossbreeding rye and wheat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has agronomy been instrumental for in terms of fruit and vegetable production?

<p>Improvement and development</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Agronomy Overview

Agronomy encompasses the science and practice of crop production and soil management, focusing on the sustainable use of land and water resources.

Plant Breeding

The focus of plant breeding in agronomy is to develop new crop varieties with improved characteristics, such as higher yields, disease resistance, and better adaptation to environmental conditions.

Applied Sciences

Agronomy applies principles from various sciences, including biology, chemistry, physics, genetics, and ecology, to improve crop production and soil management.

Hybrid Grain Production

An example of a hybrid grain produced through crossbreeding in agronomy is corn, which has been developed to have higher yields and improved drought tolerance.

Fruit and Vegetable Production

Agronomy has been instrumental in increasing fruit and vegetable production, enabling farmers to produce high-quality crops more efficiently and sustainably, and contributing to global food security.

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Test your knowledge of agronomy with this quiz! Challenge yourself with questions on plant genetics, physiology, meteorology, soil science, and more. See how well you understand the application of biology, chemistry, economics, ecology, earth science, and genetics in the field of agronomy.