Introduction to Crop Science and Biosystems CST 11012

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What are the teaching methods used in the module CST 11012?

Lectures, Practical lab/field, Farm visit, video

What is the weightage of the End Semester exam in the assessment strategy of CST 11012?

60%

Name two books listed as text books for the module CST 11012.

Plant physiology and development (6th edition), Principles of crop production, theory , techniques and technologies (2nd edition)

What are the topics covered in the course content of CST 11012?

Introduction to Plant Science and Agriculture, Origin and Development of Crop plants, Plant cell ultra structures, Plant Kingdom and Classification, Botany of Crops, Introduction to Plant physiology, Photosynthesis, Respiration, Soil, Plant and Water Relations, plant nutrition; macro, micro, beneficial nutrients, mechanisms of nutrient uptake, nutrient deficiency and toxicity, Photoperiodism in plants, Factors influencing yield, Field visit Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of agriculture?

The science and art of producing crops or animals under supervision of humans in a specific location. Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of plants in all their forms and interactions using a scientific approach?

Plant sciences Signup and view all the answers

Define biosystem.

A living organism or system of living organisms that can directly or indirectly interact with others. Signup and view all the answers

What is the shift from a nomadic lifestyle to sedentary, plant, and animal culture due to?

Religious obligations, climatic & geographical limitations Signup and view all the answers

What were the bulk of food of hunter-gatherers consisted of?

Plants and plant products (60 to 80%) Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of plant products consumed by ancient hunter-gatherers?

Grass seeds, seeds of other grass species, wild oats, legumes, tubers, non-tuber crops, vegetables, wild fruits & nuts, and plant oils Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimate for the number of flowering plant species (Angiosperms) in the world?

369,000 Signup and view all the answers

How many ferns are estimated to exist in the world?

12,000 Signup and view all the answers

How many mosses and liverworts are estimated to exist in the world?

23,000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the field of agriculture/biology that integrates applied biological and environmental sciences, representing an evolution of agricultural disciplines applied to all living organisms?

Biosystems Technology Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Teaching Methods for CST 11012

Emphasis on interactive learning environments to promote student engagement.
Use of practical demonstrations and fieldwork to reinforce theoretical concepts.

Assessment Strategy for CST 11012

End Semester exam constitutes a significant portion of the overall assessment.

Textbooks for CST 11012

Two key textbooks listed for the module are essential reads for comprehensive understanding.

Course Content Topics of CST 11012

Curriculum includes a wide range of topics relevant to agriculture and biological sciences.

Definition of Agriculture

Agriculture is defined as the practice of cultivating soil, growing crops, and raising animals for food and other products.

Study of Plants

The scientific study of plants and their interactions in all forms is referred to as botany.

Definition of Biosystem

A biosystem refers to a system of living organisms and their interactions with each other and the environment.

Shift from Nomadic to Sedentary Lifestyle

This shift from a nomadic lifestyle to settled agricultural practices is due to the domestication of plants and animals.

Food of Hunter-Gatherers

The bulk of food consumed by hunter-gatherers consisted primarily of wild fruits, nuts, seeds, and game.

Plant Products Consumed by Ancient Hunter-Gatherers

Examples include berries, tubers, and seeds which were commonly harvested by ancient societies.

Estimate of Flowering Plant Species

Approximately 300,000 species of flowering plants (Angiosperms) are estimated to exist globally.

Estimation of Ferns

Around 12,000 species of ferns are estimated to exist worldwide.

Estimation of Mosses and Liverworts

The number of mosses and liverworts is estimated to be around 20,000 species globally.

Field Combining Biology and Agriculture

The field that synergizes applied biological and environmental sciences with agriculture is known as agroecology.

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Test your knowledge on the module descriptor, teaching panel, and assessment strategies of the course 'Introduction to Crop Science and Biosystems CST 11012' by Dr. A.N.M. Mubarak at the Department of Biosystems Technology, Faculty of Technology SEUSL.