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What is the primary purpose of land leveling?
What is the primary purpose of land leveling?
- To loosen compacted soil
- To control weeds
- To permit water to flow and spread evenly over the soil surface (correct)
- To conserve soil moisture
What is a characteristic of a land that is unsuitable for leveling?
What is a characteristic of a land that is unsuitable for leveling?
- Shallow soil (correct)
- Well-draining soil
- Good topography
- Low soil permeability
What is the primary purpose of cultivation in interculture?
What is the primary purpose of cultivation in interculture?
- To control pests
- To reduce soil temperature
- To increase soil moisture
- To control weeds and improve soil aeration (correct)
Why is soil fumigation necessary for some crops?
Why is soil fumigation necessary for some crops?
What is an example of a soil fumigant?
What is an example of a soil fumigant?
What is an alternative method of soil sterilization in greenhouse operations?
What is an alternative method of soil sterilization in greenhouse operations?
What is tillage?
What is tillage?
What is a disadvantage of soil fumigation?
What is a disadvantage of soil fumigation?
What is the primary purpose of fine seedbed preparation?
What is the primary purpose of fine seedbed preparation?
What is the relationship between soil permeability and land leveling?
What is the relationship between soil permeability and land leveling?