hydroponics
1 of 1noun/ˌhaɪdrəˈpɑnɪks/
Forms:hydroponics
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a method of growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water solutions
- Hydroponics allows for efficient cultivation of vegetables in urban environments.
- The farmer switched to hydroponics to reduce water usage and increase crop yield.
- Hydroponics systems can be set up indoors, providing fresh produce year-round.
- Researchers are exploring hydroponics as a solution for food production in space.
- The greenhouse utilizes hydroponics to grow a variety of herbs and greens.
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a field of study focused on growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water solutions
- Hydroponics explores innovative ways to grow crops in limited spaces.
- He is researching hydroponics to improve urban farming techniques.
- The university offers a course in hydroponics for sustainable agriculture.
- Advances in hydroponics have made year-round farming possible in cold climates.
- She specializes in hydroponics, studying nutrient delivery systems for plants.