PH
How many milliliters of water is required to test?
5 millimeters
How is water introduced into an Aeroponics System?
Water being misted onto plants
What is the process of starting seeds in rockwool called?
Germination
What does TDS stand for?
Total Dissolved Solids
14-18 Hours
How many drops of tester is required for 5 Mills of water?
5 Drops
What is the efficiency of hydroponics compared to traditional farming?
Up to 90% more efficient
How long does romaine lettuce take to grow?
6-7 Weeks
What is the ration of Nutrient A & B?
1:1
If the TDS is within 100ppm what is the coorective action?
None
What is our target PH?
6.0
What is the volume of water the Fork Farms System Holds?
25-30 Gallons
What vegetables are best for growth in a Hydroponics System?
Ones with shallow root systems.
What is the initial amounts of nutrient A & B recommended?
3 Tablespoons each
If the DTS is 200ppm high what is the corrective action?
Removal of water
or
dilution of concentration in water
What was the initial Ph of our water?
8.5 PH
What type of system is our Fork Farms classified as?
NFT ...... Nutrient Film Technique
How long do strawberries take to grow?
12 Weeks
How is your target TDS calculated?
Base+700= Target
What action must happen if pump is damaged or not functioning?
Replacement of water pump
What is the correct way to adjust a PH of 8?
What are the 3 systems we reviewed in class?
Deep water culture
Ebb & Flow (drain & flood)
Aeroponics
If using traditional farming techniques yields 2.5 lbs of romaine how many pounds of romaine can be expected to be yielded in a hydroponics system?
9 lbs or 3x-4x yield
A high nutrient reading can lead to what?
Harming of the root systems of plants
What is the corrective action for a measurement of:
PH of 4.5
Water temp of 87F
TDS of 567
Add PH UP to 6.0
Cool down water to 70F
Adjust TDS to 900