Vocab
What does "Rural' mean?
A less populated areas, often farm land
What do we grow our plants in?
Soil
Is compost hot or cold?
Hot
What do plants needs to grow?
Light, water, vitamins, and space
What's the difference between a fruit and a vegetable?
What does "Urban" mean?
More populated, cities
What gas do plants produce?
Oxygen
What is one example of greens?
Fruits and Vegatables
Why is the hydroponics system special?
It uses water instead of soil
Why is it better to grow food locally?
Fresher, Cheaper, and Tastier
What is "Sustainability"?
Ways to live that don't hurt our planet and future generations can use too
What gas do plants take from the air?
What is one example of browns?
Coffee grounds, leaves, mulch and paper
What times of year can the hydroponics system be used?
year round
Why do we need nutritious food?
It helps us learn and grow our bodies
What are examples of sustainability?
What is photosynthesis?
Plants making their own food
How do worms benefit compost?
They eat the chunks in the soil and break them down
What plants could you grow in the hydroponics system?
Lettuce, Herbs, Spinach, Kale, Tomatoes, Peppers, Strawberries, and Cucumber
What's the difference between farming in the city and farming in less populated areas?
Farming in the city means more people need food and less room to grow the food
Why is it important to learn about climate change?
We have to learn about the problem to come up with solutions
What is the plant life cycle?
Seed, Sprout, Adult, and Bloom
Why is composting good for the environment?
It takes the nutrients in the plants we don't need anymore and gives them to the plants we do need
Why is the system tall instead of wide?
It makes room for more systems
Why are natural bug repellents better than chemical pesticides?
They can make us, our pets, and the local wildlife sick