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TSFA 1 Test Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| FILLER | Floral material that has an "airy" look |
| DRY PACK | The storage or shipment of flowers out of water |
| PROCESSING | Cutting flower stems properly and providing proper treatment |
| MECHANICS | Supplies, methods, and materials that designers use to place and hold flowers and foliage |
| RETAIL FLORIST | Sells floral goods and services |
| VASE LIFE | The length of useful life of cut floral materials after being received |
| BUNDLING | Firmly wrapping or tying similar materials together |
| PHOTOSYNTHESIS | The process of converting nutrients, water, carbon dioxide, and sunlight into plant food |
| LIGHT INTENSITY | The level of light received |
| FRAMING | Branches of flowers are used around the perimeter of a floral arrangement to direct attention to the center |
| PILLOWING | Tightly positioning flower clusters at the base of an arrangement |
| TERRACING AND LAYERING | Placing similar materials horizontally on top of each other |
| IKEBANA | Japanese style characterized by linear forms |
| CORSAGES | A small, lightweight, wearable bouquet |
| BENT NECK | The inability of water to enter the stem |
| PAVE ARRANGEMENTS | Parallel or surface contoured insertions that create a uniform area |
| ABSTRACT DESIGN | Multiple focal points |
| VEGATATIVE DESIGN | Seasonal compatibility of plant materials |
| STAIR STEP MANNER DESIGN | The placement of cut material in a parallel design in each group to create depth |
| WATERFALL DESIGN | Shorter stems of mass flowers providing a color and focal point near the rim of the container |
| CUSTOMER EDUCATION | Helping the customer enjoy their flowers to the fullest extent |
| FLORAL PRESERVATIVE | A chemical that extends the vase life of cut flowers by lowering the water PH |
| HYDRATING SOLUTION | Citric acid solution that causes flowers to take up water rapidly to prevent dehydration |
| RESPIRATION | Stored food reserves are converted into energy for plants |
| TRANSPIRATION | Plants losing water through their leaves |
| INTERPRATIVE DESIGN | Combining both natural and man made materials in an unnatural manner to create new images |
| FORMAL-LINEAR DESIGN | An asymmetrically balanced design of few materials that emphasize forms and lines |
| PARALLEL DESIGN | Design that consists of cluster or groups of flowers and foliage that strengthens the element of line |
| LINE FLOWERS | Flowers that establish the skeleton |
| FORM FLOWERS | Flowers with unique shapes |
| MASS FLOWERS | Flowers with large rounded heads |
| CASCADE DESIGN | Design consisting of several layers of materials to create a flowering effect |
| FOCAL POINT | The center of interest |
| PRIMARY COLORS | Red, yellow, and blue (even though the actual primary colors are cyan, magenta, and yellow) |
| SCALE | The relationship between the arrangement and its location |
| SECONDARY COLORS | Two primary colors combined in equal amounts |
| PROPORTION | The relationship between the flowers, foliage and container |
| SKELETON FLOWERS | Primary or line flowers used in a design to establish the outline |
| BALANCE | The impression of the design being stable and self-supported |
| CONDITIONING | The process in which cut flowers and foliage have been tested to extend their freshness |
| PIERCING METHOD | Wire is inserted through the calyx and bent downward along the stem |
| ASYMMETRICAL DESIGN | A triangular pattern with a strong L-Line |
| SYMMETRICAL DESIGN | A formal, equilateral triangular design |
| ROUND DESIGN | A design with no focal point |
| HOOK METHOD | Wire is inserted through the flower and a small hook is formed in the wire before it is pulled back |
| HAIRPIN METHOD | Wire is shaped into a hairpin |
| INTERMEDIATE COLORS | One primary and one secondary color combined in equal amounts |
| WEDDING FLOWERS | Any flowers that would be used in a wedding |
| FOLIAGE | Greenery that hides the mechanics in an arrangement |
| LINE ELEMENT | The visual path the eye follows |
| FORM | The geometric shape or design that forms the outline |
| BACTERIAL GROWTH | Caused by foliage below the water line |
| WIRE NUMBERS | Larger numbers indicate finer wires |
| INTENSITY | The brightness or darkness of a hue |
| TONE | The measure of color intensity when grey is added |
| SHADE | A hue darkened by the addition of black |
| VALUE | The lightness or darkness of a hue |
| TINT | A hue lightened by the addition of white |
| RE-CUTTING STEMS | A process that helps prevent stem blockage, increase water intake, maximize freshness, and prevent sealing |
| REFRIGERATION AT 38-40 F | Slows down respiration, maturity, and microbial growth |
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