1. Aquaculture Basics

Terminology — Quiz

Test your understanding of terminology with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

What is the term for the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can support without degradation?

Question 2

In aquaculture, what does the term 'grow-out' phase primarily refer to?

Question 3

What does 'stocking density' indicate in an aquaculture system?

Question 4

Which of the following best describes 'broodstock' in aquaculture?

Question 5

If a pond has a carrying capacity of $2000 \text{ kg}$ and a farmer introduces $2500 \text{ kg}$ of fish, what is a likely consequence?