nutr 386_ exam 2_ quiz 11

A foodshed is a

geographic region from which a community is fed.

In the United States, in addition to paying for water, most municipalities impose fees for

processing waste water

In the United States, in addition to paying for water, most municipalities impose fees for

processing wastewater

T/F Composting is a form of recycling.

true

Pre-consumer waste can be composted

almost anywhere

Both freshwater and saltwater fish and shellfish can be produced on farms. This is known as

aquaculture

Energy Star office equipment should

be turned off during non-working hours.

In the United States, foods labeled as organic are foods which are

certified by the USDA as meeting the standards of the "National Organics Program".

CSA is the acronym for

community supported agriculture

In lighting, CFL means

compact fluorescent light

One of the major goals of recycling is to

divert materials away from landfills.

T/F Plants that have been developed using biotechnology cannot be part of a sustainable food system.

false

In food production, social justice involves caring for

farm workers

Of the following, the foodservice appliance that uses the most energy is the

fryer

The Sustainable Food Systems Model denotes inputs as

human and natural resources.

In lighting, LED means

light-emitting diode

Post-consumer waste is generally composted in rural areas because the ___________ in the waste attracts scavengers.

protein

Lifecycle cost calculators for lighting and foodservice equipment take into account. Correct!

purchase price, operating costs, and maintenance.

T/F Plants that have been developed using biotechnology cannot be labeled organic.

true

Sustainability is usually defined as meeting the needs of the present

without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.