Introduction to Olericulture MCQs (Quiz 2) Posted on May 5, 2026May 6, 2026Author agropublishers 0 Table of Contents Toggle Introduction to Olericulture MCQs (Quiz 2) [Explore all MCQs][Explore all MCQs] [Horticulture MCQs] [Introduction to Pomology MCQs] [Introductory Olericulture MCQs][Plant Physiology MCQs] [Plant Nutrition MCQs] [Crop Environment MCQs] [Botany MCQs ] [Soil Science MCQs] [Soil Physical Properties MCQs] [Soil Chemical Properties MCQs][Agronomy MCQs] [Cell Structure & Cell Organelles MCQs] [Gene Expression MCQs] Introduction to Olericulture MCQs (Quiz 2) [Explore all MCQs] 1. A gardener records the scientific name of carrot. Which option follows binomial nomenclature rules? daucus Carota Daucus carota Carota Daucus Apiaceae carota 2. Market gardening is characterized by _______ Production for export Intensive cultivation near urban markets Exclusive use of greenhouses Low-input subsistence farming 3. A plant completing its life cycle within one growing season is termed _______ Biennial Perennial Annual Ephemeral 4. Photosynthesis is best defined as _______ Movement of nutrients in soil Loss of water from leaves Conversion of light energy into chemical energy Breakdown of glucose 5. In plant physiology, which plant part typically acts as the main “source” (producer) of photosynthates? Seed Fruit Root Leaf 6. Nursery management of vegetable crops is primarily refers to _______ Raising young seedlings for transplanting Harvesting mature crops from the field Testing soil for nutrient content Storing harvested produce in cold storage 7. Which best defines a vegetable crop? Only leafy plants used for fodder Herbaceous plant or plant part used as food Any plant grown in orchards Woody perennial plant used for timber 8. Hydroponics is a method of growing plants _______ Under shade nets only Without soil, using nutrient-rich water solutions Using only compost as fertilizer In soil with regular watering 9. A student writes the scientific name of chili pepper in four ways. Which follows proper binomial nomenclature? capsicum Annuum Solanaceae annuum Capsicum annuum annuum Capsicum 10. Protected cultivation refers to _______ Growing crops under controlled or modified environmental conditions Growing crops without any fertilizers or pesticides Growing crops using large farm machinery Growing crops using only rainwater Loading … Question 1 of 10 __________________ [Explore all MCQs] [Horticulture MCQs] [Introduction to Pomology MCQs] [Introductory Olericulture MCQs][Plant Physiology MCQs] [Plant Nutrition MCQs] [Crop Environment MCQs] [Botany MCQs ] [Soil Science MCQs] [Soil Physical Properties MCQs] [Soil Chemical Properties MCQs][Agronomy MCQs] [Cell Structure & Cell Organelles MCQs] [Gene Expression MCQs]
