Plants In Farming Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is a crop?
A
Plants that are planted, managed and harvested by humans. They are usually comprised of a singular species (monoculture).
2
Q
What is a pasture?
A
Pastures are plants that are mostly planted and managed by humans but are harvested by domestic animals. They consist of a mix of plant species
3
Q
What are some plant system inputs?
A
- light
- CO2
- H2O
- O2
- minerals
4
Q
What could cause a plant to work sub optimally?
A
- if any of the inputs are limited
- damage from machinery
- a disease, insect or vertebrate that is preying on the plant or limiting its ability to work
5
Q
Plant systems can be seen as a factory to produce?
A
- Carbohydrates
- proteins
- lipids
- phytochemicals
