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What does vertical mean in the context of vertical farming?
Upright, perpendicular, straight
What is a synonym for 'emerge' used in the context of plant growth?
Grow, sprout
Define 'aromatic'.
Fragrant, perfumed, scented
What is the purpose of herbs in cooking?
To give flavor to particular dishes or in making medicine
What is the meaning of 'opposite'?
Across from, facing, on the other side of
Define 'horizontal'.
Flat, level, parallel with the ground
What is a 'tray'?
Container, plate, dish
What is a synonym for 'filled'?
Packed, stuffed, loaded
What is 'fiber'?
A long and thin strand/thread
What are some alternative names for 'aubergine'?
Eggplant, brinjal, melongene
What are some alternative names for Swiss chard?
Chard, leaf beet, spinach beet
What does 'sustainable' mean in an environmental context?
Environmentally friendly, eco-friendly, green
Define 'consultant'.
Advisor, specialist, expert
What is another word for 'experiment'?
Test, trial, exploration
What is vertical farming?
The practice of growing crops in vertically stacked levels.
Define 'aeroponic'.
The process of cultivating plants in an air or mist environment, eliminating the need for soil
What does 'somewhat' mean?
Moderately, to some extent, fairly
What are some synonyms for 'field'?
Pitch, arena, grounds
What does it mean to 'tend' to plants?
Care for, manage, oversee
What does it mean to 'harvest' plants?
Collect, reap, gather, pluck
What is another word for 'punnet'?
Tray, container, basket
What does 'vast' mean?
Huge, enormous, massive
Define 'variety'.
Assortment, range, diversity
What does 'obviously' mean?
Clearly, evidently, plainly
What is another word for 'caution'?
Warn, advise, alert
What does 'practical' mean?
Functional, usable, efficient
Define 'constraint'.
Limitation, restriction, obstacle
What does 'eventually' mean?
Ultimately, in the end, over time
What is another word for 'target'?
Aim for, focus on, strive for
Define 'consumption'.
Usage, utilization, intake
What is another word for 'significantly'?
Importantly, substantially, considerably
What is the meaning of 'showcase'?
Display, exhibit, demonstration
What is a synonym for 'flourishing'?
Thriving, prospering, blooming
What is a 'consultancy'?
A company that gives advice on a particular subject
What does it mean to 'field' an enquiry?
Answer, deal with, handle
What is another word for 'enquiry'?
Inquiry, question, request
What does 'equip' mean?
Outfit, supply, furnish
What is a synonym for 'breed'?
Cultivate, raise, propagate
What is another term for 'inner-city'?
Urban, metropolitan, city center
What is another word for 'advantage'?
Benefit, advantage, upside
What does it mean to 'treat' a problem?
Handle, deal with, tackle
What is another word for 'pesticide'?
Insecticide, chemicals used for killing insects and pests, pest control
Define 'intensive'.
Concentrated on a single area or subject or into a short time
What is a 'generator'?
Source, producer, creator
What is another term for 'refrigerated'?
Cooled, chilled, frozen
What is 'quality'?
Standard
What is another word for 'variety'?
Type, kind, breed, specie
Define 'capacity'.
Capability, ability, potential
What does 'withstand' mean?
Endure, bear, tolerate