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Mohan and Sohan are farmers in Rajasthan, where there is shortage of water. Mohan waters his crops through irrigation channels connected to a tube well. Sohan uses drip irrigation. Which of them shows greater concern for the environment?

Important Questions on Crop Production

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Living Science 8>Chapter 1 - Crop Production>ORAL QUESTIONS>Q 1
Agriculture deals with plants and not with animals. Do you agree? Give reasons.
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Living Science 8>Chapter 1 - Crop Production>ORAL QUESTIONS>Q 2
Name three crops that are classified as cereals and three that are classified as pulses.
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Living Science 8>Chapter 1 - Crop Production>ORAL QUESTIONS>Q 3
If a crop is sown in June and harvested in October, what will it be classified as - rabi or kharif?
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Living Science 8>Chapter 1 - Crop Production>ORAL QUESTIONS>Q 4
It is necessary to loosen the soil by ploughing before sowing seeds. Why is it necessary to level the soil after ploughing?
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Living Science 8>Chapter 1 - Crop Production>ORAL QUESTIONS>Q 5
Seeds are often grown in nurseries and then transplanted to the fields. What is the advantage of this?
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Living Science 8>Chapter 1 - Crop Production>ORAL QUESTIONS>Q 1
Which of these are organic substances-Manures or Fertilizers?
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Living Science 8>Chapter 1 - Crop Production>ORAL QUESTIONS>Q 2
Drip irrigation saves wastage of water because it supplies water directly to the roots. Why is drip irrigation not used by all farmers?
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Living Science 8>Chapter 1 - Crop Production>ORAL QUESTIONS>Q 3
Some fruits such as grapes are not peeled before eating. You are advised to be extra careful in cleaning such fruits. Why?