Soil types
The top layer of soil called where plants grow
What is topsoil
What is a common crop grown for its grains, like rice and wheat?
What do we call substances added to soil to help plants grow?
What is the process by which plants make their own food using sunlight?
Name one type of soil that is very good for growing crops
Name a vegetable that grows underground
What is a potato?
What type of fertilizer comes from natural sources like animal manure?
What do we call the practice of growing plants in water instead of soil?
: What is hydroponics?
What type of soil is mostly made up of sand and does not hold water well?
What type of crop is grown primarily for animal feed?
What nutrient do plants primarily need for growth and is often found in fertilizers?
What is the term for the time it takes for a seed to grow into a mature plant?
What is the term for soil that has a high clay content and is difficult to work with?
: What is clay soil?
Which fruit is known for growing on vines and is often eaten fresh?
: What is the term for the process of adding nutrients to the soil?
What is one way farmers can protect crops from pests?
Which soil type is best for drainage and supports root development?
What do we call crops that are planted and harvested in the same year?
What is a negative effect of using too much fertilizer?
What is the term for rotating different crops in a field each season to maintain soil health?
What is crop rotation?