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Practice Reading: Fill in The Blanks (Drag & Drop) ID: #40872 Agricultural Technology

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The text below is an excerpt from an article on the innovations in agricultural technology. In the text below some words are missing. Drag words from the box below to the appropriate place in the text. To undo an answer choice, drag the word back to the box below the text.

* Drag the correct answer into all target fields

Agricultural technology has seen remarkable advancements in recent years, transforming the way crops are cultivated and harvested. The introduction of drones has revolutionised crop monitoring, allowing farmers to efficiently manage vast fields. These drones are equipped with sensors that detect changes in levels, ensuring optimal growth conditions. Furthermore, the development of tractors has significantly reduced the labour required, making farming more sustainable. These tractors, powered by energy, highlight the agricultural sector's shift towards more eco-friendly practices.

soil hybrid moisture autonomous solar nutrient precision

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Correct answer: precision
Explanation: The word 'precision' fits grammatically as it describes the type of drones being introduced. It aligns contextually with the advancements in agricultural technology, emphasizing accuracy in crop monitoring.
Meaning: Precision refers to the quality of being exact and accurate, particularly in the context of technology used for monitoring crops.
Wrong options:
soil: 'Soil' refers to the upper layer of earth where plants grow, which does not describe the type of drones.
hybrid: 'Hybrid' typically refers to a combination of different elements, but it does not specifically relate to the accuracy of drones in this context.
nutrient: 'Nutrient' refers to substances that provide nourishment, which does not fit as a descriptor for drones.
moisture: 'Moisture' pertains to the presence of water, which is not relevant to the type of drones being discussed.
solar: 'Solar' relates to energy derived from the sun, which does not describe the drones themselves.
autonomous: 'Autonomous' describes self-operating machines, which is not the focus here as it pertains to precision in monitoring.
Correct answer: moisture
Explanation: The term 'moisture' fits grammatically and contextually as it refers to the water content in the soil, which is crucial for crop growth and is what the drones are monitoring.
Meaning: Moisture refers to the presence of water, especially in the context of soil and plant health.
Wrong options:
soil: 'Soil' refers to the earth in which plants grow, but it does not specifically indicate the water content being monitored.
hybrid: 'Hybrid' does not relate to water content and is irrelevant in this context.
nutrient: 'Nutrient' refers to substances that provide nourishment to plants, which is not what the drones are detecting.
precision: 'Precision' describes accuracy, but it does not pertain to the levels of water in the soil.
solar: 'Solar' relates to energy from the sun, which does not fit the context of moisture levels.
autonomous: 'Autonomous' describes self-operating machines, which is not relevant to the measurement of moisture.
Correct answer: autonomous
Explanation: The word 'autonomous' fits grammatically as it describes the tractors that operate independently. This aligns with the context of advancements in agricultural technology aimed at reducing labor.
Meaning: Autonomous refers to machines that can operate independently without human intervention.
Wrong options:
soil: 'Soil' does not describe the type of tractors and is irrelevant in this context.
hybrid: 'Hybrid' refers to a combination of different elements, which does not apply to the nature of the tractors being discussed.
nutrient: 'Nutrient' pertains to substances that nourish plants, which does not describe tractors.
moisture: 'Moisture' relates to water content, which is not relevant to the type of tractors.
solar: 'Solar' refers to energy derived from the sun, which does not describe the tractors themselves.
precision: 'Precision' describes accuracy, but it does not pertain to the autonomous nature of the tractors.
Correct answer: solar
Explanation: The term 'solar' fits grammatically as it describes the type of energy powering the tractors. This aligns with the context of eco-friendly practices in agriculture.
Meaning: Solar refers to energy derived from the sun, which is increasingly used in sustainable farming practices.
Wrong options:
soil: 'Soil' refers to the earth where plants grow, which does not relate to energy sources.
hybrid: 'Hybrid' refers to a combination of different elements, which is not relevant to energy sources for tractors.
nutrient: 'Nutrient' pertains to substances that nourish plants, which does not describe energy.
moisture: 'Moisture' relates to water content, which is not relevant to the energy powering tractors.
precision: 'Precision' describes accuracy, but it does not pertain to the type of energy used.
autonomous: 'Autonomous' describes self-operating machines, which does not relate to the energy source.

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