PHC Basics
Entomology
Pathology
Plant Physiology
PHC Programs
100
What is the process of precisely assessing pest presence typically insects, and unwanted plants (weeds)called?
Scouting
100
ID the following:
Chewing Mouth Parts
100
True or False: Pathogens can grow on any plant in any environmental condition.
False
100
True or False: High and low soil pH can effect the plants ability to absorb/intake nutrients.
True
100
True or False: When utilizing a reactive benefical bug program (biological control) you will immediately see all the bad bugs go away.
False
200
What are the signs a plant might display due to lack of water available in the soil? (give me at least 2 answers)
Wilting, limp and droopy leaves. Leaf scorch, yellowing and/or browning, of leaf edges. Dead/dying leaves.
200
What does the term metamorphosis mean?
Transformation
200
How can plant diseases be transferred and transmitted between plants?
Rain, wind, insects, and plants, being planted to close to one another
200
How do we identify common nutrient disorders? (check two)
ID the signs and symptoms. Get a soil test.
200
Give an example of a chemical control.
Pesticide, herbicide, etc.
300
Why would we want to prevent insect damage?
To keep the plant looking nice. (damage free) To keep the plant healthy.
300
How can insects be helpful?
They can pollinate plants. They can eat "bad" bugs.
300
What are the major pathogens in their most basic form?
Bacteria, Virus, fungi
300
Define: Nutrient deficiencies.
An inadequate supply of essential nutrients
300
What are some factors you need to consider when developing a plant health care program?
Planning, being proactive, having the ability to identify issues as they arrive.
400
What is the structure on the leaf called that controls water loss?
Stomata
400
What kind of damage is this?
Chewing Damage
400
Why is it bad to have an open wound on a plant/tree?
It leaves the plant open to diseases, viruses, insects and rot. It cut through the xylem and phloem (the transportation of food and water for the plant).
400
Why is Plant Physiology important?
Helps increase the total productivity of plants. improving their nutritional value for the plant. raising the quality of their tissues and organs for use in industry
400
Give an example of a biological control is.
Predator and pray
500
What is wrong with this plant?
Lacking Water
500
ID the following parts:
500
Why is it very dangerous for plant health to plant the same species of plants very close to one another?
Pathogens can spread faster and easier
500
ID the sign/symptom of this plant. 
Interveinal Chlorosis
500
What does IPM stand for?
Integrated Pest Management