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Question: What is agronomy?

Answer: Agronomy is the science and practice of growing and managing crops for food, fiber, fuel, and other products while considering environmental and social factors.

Question: What is photosynthesis?

Answer: Photosynthesis is the process by which plants, algae, and some bacteria convert sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water into glucose (a form of sugar) and oxygen, using chlorophyll and other pigments.

Question: What is soil erosion?

Answer: Soil erosion is the process of the detachment and movement of soil particles by the action of wind, water, or other external forces, leading to the loss of topsoil and degradation of land.

Question: What are GMOs?

Answer: GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms) are organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. In agriculture, GMOs are often created to introduce desirable traits, such as increased pest resistance or improved crop yield.

Question: What is crop rotation?

Answer: Crop rotation is the practice of growing different crops in a particular order on the same piece of land over a sequence of seasons. It helps to improve soil fertility, manage pests and diseases, and reduce the reliance on chemical fertilizers.

Question: What is precision agriculture?

Answer: Precision agriculture is the use of advanced technologies, such as GPS, remote sensing, and data analytics, to optimize agricultural practices at a site-specific level. It enables farmers to make data-driven decisions and manage their resources more efficiently.

Question: What is hydroponics?

Answer: Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil, where the plants are instead grown in a nutrient-rich water solution. It allows for precise control of nutrient delivery and water availability, making it possible to grow plants in environments with limited arable land

Question: What is the nitrogen cycle?

Answer: The nitrogen cycle is the natural process by which nitrogen moves through the environment, including the atmosphere, soil, and living organisms. It involves nitrogen fixation, nitrification, denitrification, and other biological and chemical transformations.

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This is a Agricultural informatic document based on cultivation information for B.sc agriculture students who are in 2nd year of their degree program.

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