Flori Test Bank 2022

Flori Test Bank 2022 The water-conducting tissue of plants is called ____. xylem A chemical compound used as an additive to prevent the growth of bacteria in vase water is considered to be a(n) ________. biocide Rolling back petals of a flower to create a more open blossom is called ____. reflexing What is a common target date for bracts to develop color and the flowers open? November 15 A state of equilibrium where both sides of the design are equal symmetrical design The portion of a design engaged by objects. An area occupied by flowers, foliage, or other objects within a floral design. positive space The organization of components into a harmonious whole resulting in a cohesive relationship of all parts defines _______. unity Florist wire is sold by gauge. A thin, light wire would be what number gauge? 28 The secondary colors of consist of: green, orange, violet True or False: Fresh flowers should be stored in a floral cooler at 34-38 degrees F with 80-90% relative humidity. true A purlin in greenhouse construction is used for what purpose? A component of the greenhouse frame running the length of the greenhouse just below the roof covering that connects the trusses together. The essential ingredients for photosynthesis to take place in the plant is: water, carbon dioxide, chlorophyll, light Of the following nutrient list, which one includes only micronutrients? boron, zinc, copper, molybdenum, iron, manganese, and chlorine Applying too much nitrogen to plants can cause adverse effects on plant growth. Of the following four items, which is not a plant's response to excessive nitrogen? yellow or light green leaves on the plant The three basic parts of a seed are: seed coat, endosperm, and embryo REI to a greenhouse worker means: restricted entry interval In a flower shop, which of the following are not considered overhead expenses? hard goods Auxin is produced in the shoot tips by a plant. The purpose of auxin in the plant is to: