NEET BIOLOGY

BIOLOGY IN HUMAN WELFARE

IMPROVEMENT IN FOOD PRODUCTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
fish farms exist in order to ____
A
decrease the amount of fish in the sea.
B
increase the level of protein consumption.
C
prevent fish from extinction possibilities.
D
increase types of fish species.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Major objectives of an integrated fish culture are: to reduce operating costs and maximize the farmer’s income. to develop a more economic ration for fish from wastes to useful fish protein production. to solve the waste management problem.

Detailed explanation-2: -What are the Effects of Fish Farming on Marine Environment? The most common negative environmental impacts that have been associated with aquaculture include: waters eutrophication, water quality, alteration or destruction of natural habitats; introduction and transmission of aquatic animal diseases (FAO, 2006a).

Detailed explanation-3: -The major problem in fish farming is the lack of availability of good-quality seed (fish seed). To overcome this problem, ways have now been worked out to breed these fish in ponds using hormonal stimulation. This has ensured the supply of pure fish seed in desired quantities.

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