Preview Questions Crop Specialist | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: What characteristic of seeds is most important when selecting varieties for soils with high salinity levels?

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Seed color

Seed size

Seed germination rate under saline conditions

Seed resistance to fungal pathogens

Question 2: How does the use of cover crops improve soil health in agricultural systems?

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They require no additional inputs or maintenance

They promote the growth of undesirable weeds

They increase water usage and nutrient depletion

They reduce erosion and enhance organic matter content

Question 3: Which of the following is a critical consideration when selecting seeds for regions with varying soil types?

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The ability of seeds to adapt to different soil pH levels

High nitrogen fixation capability

The seed's ability to grow under low light conditions

The seed's resistance to drought

Question 4: What is the key difference between C3 and C4 plants in terms of photosynthesis efficiency?

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C3 plants are more efficient in hot, dry conditions

C3 plants are more suited to higher light intensities

C4 plants require less water than C3 plants

C4 plants fix carbon dioxide more efficiently

Question 5: Why is it essential to determine the seed purity percentage?

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To determine the growth rate of plants

To assess seed moisture content

To ensure seeds are free from inert matter, weed seeds, and other crop seeds

To measure water absorption rate

Question 6: What is the primary advantage of selecting hybrid seeds over open-pollinated varieties in crop production?

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Higher yield potential and uniformity

Higher resistance to pests and diseases

Easier to store and preserve

Greater genetic diversity