If tonight's temperature is going to drop into the middle 20s (°F)and a fairly stiff wind is predicted,probably the best way to protect an orchard against a hard freeze is to (assume that cost is not a factor)
A)use helicopters.
B)use wind machines.
C)sprinkle the crops with water.
D)put orchard heaters to work.
E)pray for clouds.

Question

If tonight's temperature is going to drop into the middle 20s (°F)and a fairly stiff wind is predicted,probably the best way to protect an orchard against a hard freeze is to (assume that cost is not a factor)
A)use helicopters.
B)use wind machines.
C)​sprinkle the crops with water.
D)​put orchard heaters to work.
E)​pray for clouds.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sprinkling the crops with water is effective because as the water freezes, it releases latent heat, which can help keep the temperature around the plants at or just above freezing, protecting them from damage.

If Tonight's Temperature Is Going to Drop into the Middle