Greenhouse Soil Sterilization Practices
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Why is soil sterilization important in greenhouse agriculture?

  • To control weeds and enhance the growth of beneficial microorganisms
  • To eliminate beneficial microorganisms and reduce the risk of plant diseases
  • To kill disease-causing organisms and reduce the risk of plant diseases (correct)
  • To promote the growth of pathogens and increase the risk of plant diseases

Which method of soil sterilization uses fumigants like methyl bromide or chloropicrin?

  • Heat sterilization
  • Solarization
  • Steam sterilization
  • None of the above (correct)

What is the drawback of soil sterilization?

  • It enhances the growth of beneficial microorganisms
  • It requires specific weather conditions and long exposure times
  • It raises concerns about human health and environmental impact (correct)
  • It promotes the growth of weeds

In what way does solarization contribute to soil sterilization?

<p>By trapping solar heat to raise temperatures and kill pathogens (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of plants may not require pollination in greenhouses?

<p>Parthenocarpic plants (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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