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Cornology

This informative resource, compiled by Farrah Burgess and Dr. Frank Flanders, presents an insightful examination of corn's physiology, growth, and its multifaceted uses. Explore key topics including corn anatomy, the significance of Bt corn, and the vast applications of corn products in various industries. With engaging quiz questions and answers, this educational material is tailored for FFA members and those interested in agricultural education. Discover the impact of corn on the economy and learn about the history of FFA programs related to corn production.

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Cornology

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  1. Cornology By Farrah Burgess and Dr. Frank Flanders Georgia Ag Ed Curriculum Office, November 2002 Go to Last two Slides for Directions

  2. Physiology & Growth Weights & Measures Uses/ By-products FFA Facts Bt 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5

  3. Topic 1 for 1 Question: What plant part protects the corn kernels? A. Silks B. Soil C. Husks/Shucks D. Leaves Check Your Answer

  4. Topic 1 for 1 Answer: C. Husks/Shucks Back to the Game Board

  5. Topic 1 for 2 Question: The embryo of the corn kernel is also called the?A. endospermB. germC. pericarpD. tip cap Check Your Answer

  6. Topic 1 for 2 Answer: B. germ Back to the Game Board

  7. Topic 1 for 3 • Question: The silks on an ear of corn are: • male • female • C. neither male nor female Check Your Answer

  8. Topic 1 for 3 Answer: B. female Back to the Game Board

  9. Topic 1 for 4 • Question: Corn is a member of what family? • Adams • B. Lepidoptera • C. Plantae • D. Grass Check Your Answer

  10. Topic 1 for 4 Answer: D. Grass Back to the Game Board

  11. Topic 1 for 5 • Question: The tassels of the corn plant are: • Female • Male • Neither male nor female Check Your Answer

  12. Topic 1 for 5 Answer: B. Male Back to the Game Board

  13. Topic 2 for 1 Question: Corn that has the Bacillus thuringiensis protein is called ___ Corn for short? Check Your Answer

  14. Topic 2 for 1 Answer: Bt Corn Back to the Game Board

  15. Topic 2 for 2 • Question: Which company produces a variety of Bt Corn called Yield Guard? • Microsoft • Monsanto • Ford Check Your Answer

  16. Topic 2 for 2 Answer: B. Monsanto Back to the Game Board

  17. Topic 2 for 3 • Question: Bt corn is resistant to which insect? • Japanese Beetle • Leaf Hopper • C. Corn Borer Check Your Answer

  18. Topic 2 for 3 Answer: C. Corn Borer Back to the Game Board

  19. Topic 2 for 4 Question: Bt Corn is a GMO. GMO stands for _____. Check Your Answer

  20. Topic 2 for 4 Answer: Genetically Modified Organism Back to the Game Board

  21. Topic 2 for 5 • Question:Bacillus thuringiensis is transferred into plants, enabling them to produce an insecticidal • Soap • B. Herbicide • C. Protein Check Your Answer

  22. Topic 2 for 5 Answer: C. Protein Back to the Game Board

  23. Topic 3 for 1 Question: How much does a bushel of corn weigh? Check Your Answer

  24. Topic 3 for 1 Answer: 56 pounds Back to the Game Board

  25. Topic 3 for 2 Question: The largest recorded corn yield was A. 102 bushels per acre B. 393.7 bushels per acre C. 745 bushels per acre D. 1400.1 bushels per acre Check Your Answer

  26. Topic 3 for 2 Answer: B. 393.7 bushels per acre Back to the Game Board

  27. Topic 3 for 3 Question: How many gallons of ethanol will one bushel of corn produce? A. 1 pint B. 2.5 gallons D. 6 gallons Check Your Answer

  28. Topic 3 for 3 Answer: B. 2.5 gallons Back to the Game Board

  29. Topic 3 for 4 Question: What state produces the most corn? A. GeorgiaB. IllinoisC. CaliforniaD. Iowa Check Your Answer

  30. Topic 3 for 4 Answer: D. Iowa Back to the Game Board

  31. Topic 3 for 5 Question: How much of the U.S. corn crop is fed to domestic livestock? A. 10% B. 59% C. 75% Check Your Answer

  32. Topic 3 for 5 Answer: B. 59% Back to the Game Board

  33. Topic 4 for 1 • Question: How many uses are their for corn products? • A. 56 • 3500 • C. 11,673 • D. 1,000,000 Check Your Answer

  34. Topic 4 for 1 Answer: B.3500 Back to the Game Board

  35. Topic 4 for 2 • Question: Which of the following food items is made from corn? • Whole Grain Wheat Bread • Mustard • Grits • D. Flour Check Your Answer

  36. Topic 4 for 2 Answer:C. Grits Back to the Game Board

  37. Topic 4 for 3 Question: The fuel made from corn is called ?A. MethanolB. EthanolC. GeritolD. Moonshine Check Your Answer

  38. Topic 4 for 3 Answer: B. Ethanol Back to the Game Board

  39. Topic 4 for 4 Question: Which of the following corn products is used as a thickening agent in preparing meals? A. Corn starch B. Corn oil C. Baking powder D. Corn flour Check Your Answer

  40. Topic 4 for 4 Answer: A. Corn starch Back to the Game Board

  41. Topic 4 for 5 Question: The latest use for corn derived Polylactic Acid is: A. Corn fiber clothingB. MedicineC. Engine oilD. Battery acid Check Your Answer

  42. Topic 4 for 5 Answer: A. Corn fiber clothing Back to the Game Board

  43. Topic 5 for 1 • Question: The official colors of the National FFA Organization are “National blue” and: • Maize yellow • Corn gold • Corn yellow • D. Squash gold Check Your Answer

  44. Topic 5 for 1 Answer: B.Corn gold Back to the Game Board

  45. Topic 5 for 2 Question: Which FFA officer is “stationed by the ear of corn”? Check Your Answer

  46. Topic 5 for 2 Answer: The Secretary Back to the Game Board

  47. Topic 5 for 3 Question: A cross section of the ear of corn serves as the base for: Check Your Answer

  48. Topic 5 for 3 Answer: The FFA Emblem Back to the Game Board

  49. Topic 5 for 4 • Question: One of the most popular FFA programs in the 1950’s and 1960’s was the? • Ross Perot Ear’s Club • Big Ears Corn Club • All Ears Club • D. 100 Bushel Corn Club Check Your Answer

  50. Topic 5 for 4 Answer: D. 100 Bushel Corn Club Back to the Game Board

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