Safety, Health, and Environment
Green
When two species live together for the benefit of both, it is called a mutualism or ____ relationship.
Symbiotic
A/an ___ plant completes its life cycle within a 2-year period.
What organization primarily regulates meat inspection in the U.S?
USDA
An example of nonverbal communication is ____
nodding
When working with herbicides, protective equipment that should be worn includes
Safety Glasses
What areas are particularly important habitats for amphibians?
Wetlands
What can be used periodically to protect agricultural tools from rust?
Grease
What agency would most likely fine a company for polluting a river?
EPA
paraphrasing what has been said
Before operating any farm machinery, you must:
Read the operator's manual and wear PPE
What is the main reason for establishing a specific hunting season?
stabilize animal population
Approximately 20% of the earth's atmosphere is made up of ___
Oxygen
The EPA's primary role in agriculture is to:
Regulate environmental impact
A reliable source of information for agricultural is:
A peer-reviewed journal
Critical thinking means you:
Question and evaluate evidence to make choices
The composition of tree populations in a forest, are influenced by the soil type, fire frequency, and ____?
temperature
What is one basic function of roots in plants?
Absorbing water and nutrients
Price changes in agricultural products are mostly influenced by:
Consumer trends
Nonverbal communication includes:
Gestures, facial expressions, and posture
The proper method for lifting is to keep the back straight, spread the feet comfortably, and lift with
leg muscles
To reduce water erosion on a sloped farm field, which practice is best?
Contour plowing (along elevation lines)
Soil erosion can be prevented by:
Using cover crops
Government regulations are generally designed to...
protect the public from harmful or unjust actions
One way to ensure clarity when writing a report is to:
Use technical vocabulary and define unfamiliar terms