Vertical Farming Terminology

Flashcards based on lecture notes about vertical farming and related terms.

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