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Why do Kenyan flowers have a smaller carbon footprint compared to Dutch flowers?
Why do Kenyan flowers have a smaller carbon footprint compared to Dutch flowers?
- Kenyan flowers emit fewer greenhouse gases during production compared to Dutch flowers.
- Kenyan flowers are transported by sea, which is more environmentally friendly than air freight.
- Kenya has optimal growing conditions with abundant sunlight and water, requiring less energy for climate control. (correct)
- Kenyan flowers require less refrigeration during transportation, reducing carbon emissions.
What environmental damage has resulted from floriculture around Lake Naivasha in Kenya?
What environmental damage has resulted from floriculture around Lake Naivasha in Kenya?
- Shrinking of Lake Naivasha and a decrease in fish catches due to water pollution. (correct)
- Heavy pesticide use leading to soil degradation and loss of biodiversity.
- Excessive flower waste causing methane emissions and contributing to global warming.
- Rising water levels and pollution affecting the native hippopotamus population.
Why are roses transported by air rather than sea?
Why are roses transported by air rather than sea?
- Roses are in high demand, making air transport more cost-effective than sea transport.
- Roses require constant refrigeration and wilt quickly, making air transport necessary. (correct)
- Roses are more likely to be damaged by rough sea conditions during transportation.
- Roses emit gases that spoil other flower varieties during sea transportation.
Why is it inadvisable to mix different flower varieties in the same shipping container?
Why is it inadvisable to mix different flower varieties in the same shipping container?
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Which factor makes Lake Naivasha an ideal place to grow roses?
Which factor makes Lake Naivasha an ideal place to grow roses?
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