18 Questions
What is the main byproduct of the conversion of proteins during the degradation of organic compounds?
Ammonia
What occurs in aerobic bacterial fermentation?
Generation of carbon dioxide and water
Why can manure rich in microbes be beneficial and harmful at the same time?
It poses a threat to public health due to pathogenic microorganisms
What do biochemical oxidation reactions involving organic matter utilize?
Oxygen and nutrients
How does the discharge of manure with a high BOD impact the environment?
Depletes natural oxygen resources
What is a characteristic range for moisture content in fresh manure produced by farm animals?
75-95%
What is the primary duty of a professional in managing animal wastes?
To highlight the major impacts of improper waste management
Which of the following is a contributing factor to the increase in farm waste output?
Advances in technology
What does the term 'farm wastes' include?
Silage drainage
Which of the following is considered a form of environmental pollution?
Air pollution
Why is manure considered a significant daily waste product from animal operations?
Because it is a suspension of particles, not a solution
How can animal manure be viewed in terms of its utility?
As a valuable resource or an environmental pollutant
What is a possible solution to reduce dust production from livestock and poultry waste?
Increase animal density to allow urine to moisten the surface
Which of the following is a final product of anaerobic decomposition of manure?
Methane
Why is ammonia a concern in relation to livestock waste?
It contributes to acid rain
What role does hydrogen sulfide play in the context of livestock waste?
It is toxic and contributes to odor problems
What is a recommended way to prevent anaerobic decomposition of manure?
Keep manure away from water sources
How can farms reduce odor problems associated with animal waste?
Implement proper waste management practices
Test your knowledge on the production of manure by farm animals and the degradation process of organic wastes. Learn about the differences in quantities and moisture content of fresh manure, as well as the breakdown of complex organic compounds into simpler components through bacterial fermentation.
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