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aeroponics

American  
[air-uh-pon-iks] / ˌɛər əˈpɒn ɪks /

noun

(used with a singular verb)
  1. aeroculture.


Etymology

Origin of aeroponics

aero- + (geo)ponics, on the model of hydroponics

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It will use space-saving methods such as aeroponics, in which plants are grown in vertical columns without soil and are fed liquid nutrients.

From Nature ● Jul. 13, 2020

In aeroponics, farmers grow plants without soil and with little water.

From Washington Times ● Dec. 14, 2014

With vertical aeroponics, we are using up to 95% less water and up to 90% less land than traditional agriculture.

From BBC ● May 23, 2013

Tim Blank, who developed the Tower Garden technology, acknowledges that, historically, aeroponics has had its challenges but believes he has overcome them with his design.

From BBC ● May 23, 2013

Hydroponics and aeroponics - a type of hydroponics, but rather than growing in nutrient-rich water, grows in the air and the plants get sprayed with nutrients - technology is increasingly being utilised by businesses themselves.

From BBC ● May 23, 2013

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