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1. What is the literal definition of hydroponics?    _______________________________________________________

 2. In practical use, hydroponics means:  ___________________________________________________________________

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3. List three advantages of growing hydroponically

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4. The four primary methods of hydroponic growing are:

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5. NFT is ideal for growing short term crops like lettuce and herbs. True / False

6. Most commercial hydroponic growers use a passive system to grow their crops. True / False

7. The Ebb and Flow method is also know as the Flood and Drain method. True / False

8. In many hydroponic systems, a growing medium is used in place of soil. True / False

9. A growing medium should not be porous. True / False

10. Three commonly used growing mediums are:

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