40 Questions
What is another term for Ornamental Fish Culture?
Aquariculture
Which country is one of the largest exporters of marine ornamental fish species in the world?
Philippines
What is the term used to describe attractive, colorful fishes reared in a confined aquatic system?
Ornamental Fishes
What farming practice involves the cultivation of several species of Chinese carps together?
Polyculture
What percentage of ornamental fishes traded yearly come from Asia?
65%
What are the two primary water pollutants that need to be removed in aquaculture?
Ammonia compounds and fish feed particles
Why has the interest in producing rice and fish together declined in recent years?
Excessive use of fish-toxic pesticides for high yielding rice varieties
Which type of aquaculture system has little control over stock manipulation?
Extensive aquaculture system
What are the recommended risks to consider in risk management in aquaculture?
Zooplankton, phytoplankton, and bacteria
Which of the following is an example of an ornamental fish culture system?
Indoor tank for tropical fish breeding
What is a common method of aquatic organism cultivation in aquaponics?
Growing fish in integrated pond systems
Which phase of aquaculture involves the artificial control of fish egg hatching for commercial purposes?
Hatchery
What distinguishes the two groups of farmed seaweeds in the Philippines?
The method of extracting industrial chemicals
Which farming system involves growing multiple species of aquatic organisms together?
Polyculture
What type of system is common for cultivating ornamental fish?
Raceways systems
What is monoculture in aquaculture?
The culture of a single species of an organism in a culture system of any intensity
What is a key characteristic of polyculture in aquaculture?
Culture of several species in the same waterbody
In aquaculture, what does semi-intensive adoption of techniques entail?
Supplemental fertilization without full feeding
What distinguishes intensive aquaculture from semi-intensive aquaculture?
High scientific backing and high rate of production
What is a common practice in polyculture to ensure all species are adequately fed?
Using a common food acceptable to all or most species being cultured
What is the primary objective of aquaculture?
Providing easily digestible human food at a reasonable cost
Which of the following is NOT an objective of aquaculture?
Creating artificial reefs for marine conservation
What does 'intensive aquaculture production systems' refer to?
Large-scale monoculture production with high stocking densities
What is the main purpose of producing ornamental fish in aquaculture?
For aesthetic appeal and ornamental purposes
What does 'polyculture' in aquaculture involve?
Mixing different species of fish for mutual benefit in the same environment
What type of vegetation near river banks and coastal shores indicates productive soil?
Mangroves
In aquaculture, what is the typical pH range preferred for pollution-free water supply?
7.8-8.5
Which area with tidal fluctuation of 1 m or less would face challenges in drainage and filling?
Coastal shores
What type of pond culture involves rearing fish in a static pool of water?
Static pond culture
Which type of ponds receive water supply from rainfall to fill them?
Sky ponds
Which aspect of aquaculture involves integrating fish farming with other agricultural practices for increased profitability?
Integrated Farming
What is the primary benefit of intensive fish culture in aquaculture?
High yield
Which practice involves restocking wild stock for harvesting through artificial recruitment of fish seeds and larvae in fish hatcheries?
Ranching
What is the main purpose of replenishing destroyed coral reefs through the construction of artificial coral reefs?
Protecting marine life habitats
Which term describes the practice of crowding fishes closely in a water body to achieve high yields?
Intensive Fish Culture
In aquaculture, which term refers to the production of commercially important items like ornamental fishes and prawns for earning foreign exchange?
Earning Foreign Exchange
What distinguishes aquarange farming from other aquaculture practices?
Artificial recruitment of wild stock
Which technique in aquaculture facilitates the efficient recycling of domestic and agriculture wastes?
Recycling
What characteristic distinguishes aquaculture productivity from agriculture or veterinary practices?
Higher productivity
Which aspect of aquaculture contributes significantly to rural development by providing employment opportunities?
Rural Development
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