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What is a defining characteristic of cereals?
What is a defining characteristic of cereals?
- They are dicots with multiple cotyledons.
- They are grasses grown for their edible seeds. (correct)
- They require high moisture levels for growth.
- They are perennial plants that thrive in desert climates.
Which of the following nutrients are predominantly found in cereals?
Which of the following nutrients are predominantly found in cereals?
- Vitamins and minerals
- Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and fibers (correct)
- Antioxidants and phytochemicals
- Sugars and starches
What is one of the advantages of teff as a cereal crop?
What is one of the advantages of teff as a cereal crop?
- It contains a high level of gluten.
- It is highly susceptible to pests and diseases.
- It has a long storage life. (correct)
- It requires a high amount of water to grow.
Why is teff considered a significant staple food in Ethiopia?
Why is teff considered a significant staple food in Ethiopia?
In which of the following regions is teff primarily used as livestock feed?
In which of the following regions is teff primarily used as livestock feed?
In what type of soil does teff perform best?
In what type of soil does teff perform best?
What is the typical altitudinal range for growing maize?
What is the typical altitudinal range for growing maize?
What is a common method for planting teff seeds?
What is a common method for planting teff seeds?
What is the recommended amount of nitrogen fertilizer per hectare for teff?
What is the recommended amount of nitrogen fertilizer per hectare for teff?
What is the primary reason for the frequent cultivation of the soil before planting teff?
What is the primary reason for the frequent cultivation of the soil before planting teff?
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Field Crops
Field Crops
Plants grown on a large scale for food.
Cereals
Cereals
Grasses grown for their edible seeds.
Teff
Teff
A cereal crop native to Ethiopia, used as food and livestock feed.
Monocots
Monocots
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Cotyledon
Cotyledon
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Teff cultivation environment
Teff cultivation environment
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Teff land preparation
Teff land preparation
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Teff planting methods
Teff planting methods
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Maize primary uses
Maize primary uses
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Maize growing altitude range
Maize growing altitude range
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