Science, Technology and Society 361: "Mars Exploration" -- Fall 2010

Thursday, April 26, 2007

Aeroponics?

NASA plant growth experiments in space have resulted in plants being grown suspended in the air. Aeroponics systems can reduce water usage by 98 percent, fertilizer usage by 60 percent, and pesticide usage by 100 percent, all while maximizing crop yields. Plants grown in the aeroponic systems have also been shown to uptake more minerals and vitamins, making the plants healthier and potentially more nutritious.

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