OMSE411 - AgroEcology Study Unit 1 Outcomes Quiz
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What is the main focus of AgroEcology as a social movement?

  • Expanding monoculture farming practices
  • Maximizing profit in agriculture
  • Minimizing the impact of agriculture on the environment
  • Promoting social justice and equity in agriculture (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT an example of the impacts of agricultural practices listed in the document?

  • Ecological restoration (correct)
  • Climate change
  • Overexploitation of resources
  • Pollution and degradation of soil, water, and air quality

    • How can agrochemicals impact human and animal health?

  • Support soil fertility
  • Promote biodiversity
  • Contaminate water and food sources (correct)
  • Reduce the spread of diseases

    • Which of the following is a major aspect of sustainability in agriculture?

    <p>Maintaining productivity while preserving environmental quality for future generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one health risk to animals and humans mentioned in the document?

    <p>Noise pollution from large machinery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does AgroEcology differ from conventional agricultural practices?

    <p>AgroEcology integrates ecological processes to enhance agricultural productivity sustainably</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential impact of agricultural practices on biodiversity?

    <p>Decline of pollinators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What environmental issue can be exacerbated by climate change resulting from agricultural practices?

    <p>More severe climatic events like flooding and droughts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a health risk associated with agricultural practices?

    <p>Risk of pollution and degradation of air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept relates to the intersection of agriculture and ecology?

    <p>AgroEcology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of agricultural practices on soil health?

    <p>Pollution and degradation of soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might agricultural practices contribute to food insecurity?

    <p>Displacement and poverty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Agroecology based on?

    <p>Ecological and social concepts and principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Agroecology aim to optimize?

    <p>Interactions between plants, animals, humans, and the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Agroecology seek to address for a sustainable food system?

    <p>Ecological and social aspects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the 10 elements of Agroecology aim to guide?

    <p>Intergovernmental work in support of agroecological transitions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are agroecological transitions primarily focused on according to the text?

    <p>Promoting sustainable and fair food systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What practical principles are AgroEcology linked with?

    <p>13 consolidated principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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