1. What is the title of the news article? 2. Why is boosting crop yields necessary? 3. What enzyme did the researchers target and what does the enzyme do? 4. Why do plants have so much of this enzyme? 5. The Cornell researchers took this enzyme from another source to put into what crop plant? What source did they take the enzyme from? 6. In what way is the substitute enzyme more wasteful than the original enzyme? 7. What is it called when Rubisco uses O2
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Garden Carts Utility wagon/cart – An utility wagon/cart resembles a wagon and normally has four metal sides. The sides are typically open as well as removable for simple cleaning. They are pulled with a long handle. This kind of cart is best to haul plants, manure, wood chips, and earth. Removable sides
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actual plant of Arabidopsis thaliana. Arabidopsis thaliana is a very important plant because it has made many impacts on the science world and many research papers have been done on experiments with this plant. This plant is known as a plant that experimenters did basic research on and conducted experiments and also it helped with other areas of research in the science world. The reason behind everyone using this basic plant to use the information for other areas in biology because this plant is very
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receptacle surrounding the bud, and has alternating branching blue-green foliage leaves. It does reproduction by seed dispersion. It has C3 photosynthesis meaning that it requires optimally 12 hours of sunlight to grow properly. The golden poppy is a plant that is: herbaceous, a basal dicot, drought tolerating, annual that grows from 5-60 inches tall, has intermediate flowering, and closes its petals at night and at cloudy nights. Its flowers are actinomorphic and exhibit radial symmetry (California
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Functions of Potassium in Plants P When water supply is short, K is pumped out of the guard cells. The pores close tightly to prevent loss of water and minimize drought stress to the plant. If K supply is inadequate, the stomates become sluggish – slow to respond – and water vapor is lost. Closure may take hours rather than Potassium (K) increases Enzyme Activation minutes and is incomplete. crop yield and improves Enzymes serve as cataAs a result, plants with an quality. It is required
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G. ROOT BARRIER. This layer prevents plant roots from reaching and penetrating the waterproofing membrane or insulation if there are any. Plants with aggressive root barriers usually penetrate the membrane in search of moisture. H. PROTECTION BOARD. The protection board is used to prevent any damage to the membrane until all essential components are installed. According to Tolderlund (2010), membranes are usually made of durable materials that are water resistant and have a thickness of between 1/8
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take note of how much empty space you have in your yard and you can begin constructing right away. A greenhouse can give you comfort and relaxation. It’s also a good place to keep and take care of your plants, vegetables, flowers and even orchids. It provides the right sunlight and humidity these plants need to grow healthy. You, on the other hand, will feel more relaxed and rejuvenated every time you visit your greenhouse. It can enhance your self-worth knowing that you’ve used all your own efforts
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flora and fauna because this country is a tropical country. Each of region in Indonesia has the different type of plant and animal and has its own characters in adaptation, breeding, and reproduction. The diversity of plant and animal in Indonesia is used to support the economic society and it can show Indonesia as a country that is rich with biodiversity. Not only that, the existence of plant and animal in nature will balance the natural ecosystem. Aceh is one of the areas that supply the biodiversity
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herb garden, or simply wish to grow a few of your favourites in pots. Planning your herb garden Before you plant anything, consider whether you want to grow herbs for ornamental purposes, for cooking, for their natural health and beauty benefits, or simply to liven up your garden. Compile a list of specific herbs that you would like to grow – if you're unsure, there are many websites with plant indexes that can assist you in choosing the right herbs based on your preferences and the amount of space
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United Kingdom. The project since started at January 1995 because of the hole it give the owner of the project an idea that they need a large place for their plant, so in 1996 they began to design the Eden, the works started in 1998, then finally paid off the funded in 2000 as well as let the visitor visit how they build Eden and the first plant come in the Eden, at last Eden open the door at 2001. The motivation of the Eden Project is that they wish to explore ideas and innovations that can help human
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