A Growing Degree Day for a Particular Crop Is Defined

question 54

Multiple Choice

A growing degree day for a particular crop is defined as a day on which the mean daily temperature is ____ degree above the base temperature (also known as the zero temperature) -the minimum temperature required for growth of that crop.

• A)one
• B)two
• C)​three
• D)​four
• E)​five

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