The Evolution of Agriculture
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Which type of agriculture is considered to be the world's oldest and most resilient agroecosystem?

  • Artificial fertilizers
  • Traditional farming
  • Forest gardening (correct)
  • Chemical pesticides
  • When were artificial fertilizers first created?

  • During World War I
  • During the 1940s
  • During prehistoric times
  • During the 18th century (correct)
  • What was the process used to mass-produce ammonia-based fertilizers during World War I?

  • Chemical pesticides
  • Haber-Bosch process (correct)
  • Soil compaction
  • Superphosphates
  • Which agricultural techniques were referred to as the 'pesticide era'?

    <p>Chemical pesticides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were some of the longer term side effects of the new agricultural techniques?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best defines a watershed?

    <p>A specific land surface area that collects and drains water towards a common outlet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of watershed development approach?

    <p>To develop the entire area in the watershed, including cultivated and uncultivated areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is watershed management defined?

    <p>The integration of technology within the natural boundaries of a drainage area for optimum development of land, water, and plant resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of watershed management?

    <p>To meet the basic minimum needs of the people in a sustained manner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does watershed management differ from individual farm development?

    <p>Watershed management aims at developing the entire area in the watershed, while individual farm development focuses on individual farms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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