Floriculture Tests

Front

The water-conduction tissue of plants is called _______:

Back

xylem

Front

A chemical compound used as an additive to prevent the growth of bacteria in vase water is considered to be a(n) _________.

Back

biocide

Front

Rolling back petals of a flower to create a more open blossom is called _______.

Back

reflexing

Front

What is a common target date for bracts to develop color and the flowers to open?

Back

November 15

Front

A state of equilibrium where both sides of the design are equal.

Back

symmetrical design

Front

The portion of a design engaged by objects. An area occupied by flowers, foliage, or other objects within a floral design.

Back

positive space

Front

The organization of components into a harmonious whole resulting in a cohesive relationship of all the parts defines __________.

Back

unity

Front

Florist wire is sold by gauge. A thin, light wire would be what number gauge?

Back

28

Front

The secondary colors consist of :

Back

green, orange, violet

Front

A purlin in greenhouse construction is used for what purpose?

Back

A component of the greenhouse frame running the length of the greenhouse just below the roof covering that connects the trusses together.