What is a common criticism of fish farms?
Correct answer(s):
- Risk of disease and pollution
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Sustainable fisheries aim to achieve which primary goal?
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- Ensuring long term health of fish stocks
The U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) extends how far from the coastline?
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- 200 nautical miles
Which practice combines forestry and agriculture?
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- Agroforestry
What is the leading agricultural export from the U.S.?
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- Corn
Which federal program regulates overfishing in U.S. waters?
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- Magnuson Stevens Act
What is the primary driver of agricultural mechanization in the U.S.?
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- Labor shortages
The Appalachian region is primarily known for which natural resource?
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- Coal
Fisheries in the Chesapeake Bay focus on which species?
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- Blue crab and oysters
What is the main environmental concern of clearcutting in forestry?
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- Soil erosion
Which practice is used to reduce soil erosion on steep farmland?
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- Terrace farming
Which U.S. state is known for both aquaculture and cranberry farming?
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- Wisconsin
Which type of fishing gear is most associated with by catch?
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- Gill nets
Why is soil conservation important in U.S. farming?
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- All of the above
Which of the following practices helps restore overfished marine populations?
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- Establishing marine protected areas (MPAs)
Which fishery produces the highest economic value in Alaska?
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- Pollock
What is the main environmental concern associated with fish farms?
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- Spread of disease and pollution
Which U.S. region has the highest aquaculture production?
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- Southeast
No till farming is a method used primarily to ____.
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- Minimize soil disturbance and prevent erosion
What is the most common wood product exported from the U.S.?
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- Softwood logs