AEST ASSOCIATES QUESTIONS AND ANSWERD GRADED A+

AEST ASSOCIATES QUESTIONS AND ANSWERD GRADED A+ What nutrient is present in the atmosphere as a gas, and is responsible for the vegetative growth and dark green color of the plant? nitrogen tip, margin, and base The blade of the leaf is broken down into what three parts? If a fertilizer ratio is 5-10-15, what element does the number 10 represent? phosphorus What is the union of the pollen and the stigma known as? pollination Wheat, barley, oats, and rice are examples of what type of crop? cereal A student whose Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) is related to his/her employment in an agriculture business has what type of SAE? placement What type of awards does the FFA have for students who excel in their Supervised Agricultural Experience programs? Proficiency Awards What type of Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) would a middle school student select if he/she wishes to observe and experience a variety of areas in agriscience? exploratory What are the three basic sections of speech? introduction, body, conclusion What is the worst danger associated with canned foods? Clostridium botulinum toxin Which factor contributes the greatest to food waste in the United States? Food labeling date phrases confuse consumers and they discard good food Which practice promotes good hand hygiene in the food industry? Handling cleaning cloths while wearing protective gloves What was the first commercial food product developed from genetic modification in a laboratory? Flavr Savr tomato After eggs are purchased, how should they be stored? In the original carton in the coldest part of the refrigerator Who is considered the father of heredity? Gregor Mendel What part of the leaf cell contains chlorophyll and carries out photosynthesis? chloroplasts What is the term for the process of division that results in the formation of gametes? meiosis What is the term for the process of division or duplication of a typical cell? mitosis Sledge, claw, peen, and non-marring are all examples of what type of tool? hammer What type of tool is used to grip materials such as wood, metal, or plastic? pliers What is the unit of measure used to designate the size of a nail? inch What type of tools are wrenches? turning/leverage tools What is the U.S. standard unit of measurement when measuring the length of a piece of wood? inch Leaders who are selfless do what? places the desires and welfare of others above themselves what is the universal solvent known as water