A Growing Degree Day for a Particular Crop Is Defined

question 16

Multiple Choice

A growing degree day for a particular crop is defined as a day on which the mean daily temperature is ____ degree(s) 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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