Preview Questions Horticulturist | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: Which nutrient is most commonly deficient in soils with low organic matter and heavy leaching?

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Potassium

Phosphorus

Magnesium

Nitrogen

Question 2: What is the primary effect of high soil salinity on plant nutrient uptake?

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It stimulates the growth of root systems

It decreases the osmotic potential, reducing water and nutrient absorption

It enhances the uptake of essential micronutrients

It increases the availability of nitrogen

Question 3: How can the use of biological control agents, like ladybugs, contribute to greenhouse pest management?

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They control pests such as aphids by preying on them

They directly kill weeds that compete with plants

They produce chemicals that inhibit plant growth

They provide nutrients to the soil through excretion

Question 4: What is the main function of phloem in plant growth?

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Producing new cells in the root tips

Transporting water and minerals from roots to leaves

Storing nutrients for later use

Transporting sugars and other organic nutrients

Question 5: What role do humidity control systems play in greenhouse management?

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They maintain optimal moisture levels to support transpiration

They lower the temperature inside the greenhouse

They prevent the accumulation of excessive CO2

They ensure that plant roots develop in dry conditions

Question 6: Which of the following best describes integrated pest management (IPM)?

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A method of preventing pests by altering soil conditions

A combination of biological, cultural, physical, and chemical controls

Exclusively using chemical pesticides in response to pests

Only using natural predators to manage pests