Preview Questions Horticulturist | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: What factor is most critical in the acclimatization of plants to outdoor conditions after being grown in a greenhouse?

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Sudden exposure to low soil temperatures

Gradual reduction in humidity and temperature

Immediate exposure to full sunlight

Immediate exposure to natural water sources

Question 2: What is the primary function of ventilation systems in greenhouse management?

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To enhance soil fertility

To prevent pest infestations

To maintain the temperature at a constant level

To control humidity and maintain optimal air exchange

Question 3: What is the primary purpose of using mulching as a pest control strategy in horticulture?

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It attracts natural predators that feed on pests

It acts as a physical barrier to prevent pest entry

It reduces the rate of pest reproduction by shading the soil

It increases soil moisture content, promoting plant growth

Question 4: Which of the following is the most common response of plants to low levels of light in terms of growth?

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Stretching of stems and leaves to maximize light absorption

Leaf chlorosis due to insufficient photosynthesis

Accumulation of excess starch in leaves

Inhibition of root growth

Question 5: Which is the most efficient light source for supplemental lighting in greenhouses?

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High-pressure sodium (HPS) lamps

Fluorescent lights

Incandescent light bulbs

LED grow lights

Question 6: Which type of soil structure is most conducive to maintaining high soil fertility in horticultural crops?

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Loamy soil with good drainage and organic matter content

Sandy soil with high permeability and low organic content

Silty soil with poor drainage but high mineral content

Clay soil with high water retention and minimal aeration