§ Spec-Up-T External Reference Demo 2

§ Intro

This is an external reference demo for Spec-Up-T, focusing on plant lifecycle and propagation gardening concepts.

This demo site serves as an external glossary that can be referenced using tref and xref from other Spec-Up-T specifications. The gardening terms here provide definitions that may overlap with or differ from terms in the main boilerplate demo.

§ Terms and definitions

This is the terms and definitions section

annuals (Annual, annual)

An annual is a plant that completes its entire life cycle—from germination to seed production and death—within a single growing season. Annual plants invest all their energy into producing flowers and seeds before dying.

Common garden annuals include tomatoes, peppers, marigolds, and petunias. While they must be replanted each year, annuals often produce abundant flowers and fruits. See also Germination, Seedling, Propagation.

composting (Compost, compost)

Compost is a mixture of decayed organic matter used to fertilize soil. It is created through the process of composting, where materials like leaves, food scraps, and grass clippings break down over time. Compost improves soil structure and provides nutrients for plants. See also Mulch, Soil, Fertilizer, Seedling, Watering.

dormant (Dormancy, dormancy)

Dormancy is a period of suspended growth and reduced metabolic activity in plants, typically occurring during unfavorable environmental conditions such as winter cold or summer drought. During dormancy, plants conserve energy and protect themselves from stress.

Understanding dormancy is crucial for proper plant care, as many plants require specific dormancy periods to flower or fruit properly. Breaking dormancy often requires exposure to cold temperatures or changes in day length. Related terms: Pruning, Soil, Annual.

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fertilizing (Fertilizer, fertilizer)

Fertilizer is a substance added to soil or plants to supply essential nutrients and promote growth. Fertilizers can be organic, like compost, or synthetic. Proper fertilizing ensures healthy plant development. See also Compost, Mulch, Soil, Watering, Seedling.

germinate (Germination, germination)

Germination is the process by which a seed develops into a new plant. It begins when a seed absorbs water and ends when the embryonic root (radicle) emerges. Successful germination requires appropriate moisture, temperature, and sometimes light conditions.

Different seeds have varying germination requirements—some need light, others darkness; some require cold stratification, others warm conditions. Understanding these requirements is essential for successful Propagation. See also Seedling, Soil.

graft (Grafting, grafting)

Grafting is a horticultural technique where tissues of plants are joined to continue their growth together. The upper part of the combined plant is called the scion, and the lower part is called the rootstock.

Grafting allows gardeners to combine desirable traits from different plants, such as disease-resistant roots with high-quality fruit production. It is commonly used for fruit trees and ornamental plants. Related terms: Propagation, Pruning.

mulching (Mulch, mulch)

Mulch is a layer of material, such as wood chips or straw, spread on the surface of soil to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate temperature. Mulching helps improve plant health and soil quality. Related terms: Compost, Soil, Fertilizer.

propagating (Propagation, propagation)

Propagation is the process of creating new plants from existing ones. Methods include seed germination, cuttings, division, layering, and Grafting. Each method has advantages depending on the plant species and desired outcomes.

Successful propagation requires understanding plant biology and providing appropriate conditions for root and shoot development. Many gardeners propagate plants to preserve desirable characteristics or multiply valuable specimens. See also Seedling, Germination, Soil.

Pruning (pruning)

Pruning is the practice of trimming plants by cutting away dead or overgrown branches or stems. Pruning encourages healthy growth and improves the shape of plants. See also Seedling, Watering.

seedlings (Seedling, seedling)

A seedling is a young plant that has recently sprouted from a seed. Seedlings are delicate and require proper soil, water, and light to grow into mature plants. See also Soil, Compost, Watering.

soils (Soil, soil)

Soil from a plant lifecycle perspective is the living foundation that supports plants from germination through dormancy. The soil biome contains beneficial microorganisms that form symbiotic relationships with plant roots, facilitating nutrient uptake and disease resistance throughout the plant’s life cycle.

Related terms: Compost, Germination, Dormancy.

Watering (watering)

Watering is the act of supplying water to plants to help them grow. Proper watering is essential for healthy roots and overall plant development. Overwatering or underwatering can harm plants. See also Soil, Seedling, Mulch.

§ Demo of example markup in Spec-Up-T and Markdown

§ Blockquote

To be, or not to be, that is the question: Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer The slings and arrows of outrageous fortune, Or to take arms against a sea of troubles And by opposing end them. To die—to sleep, No more;

§ Notices

::: note Basic Note
  Check this out.
:::

::: issue Issue Notice
  I take issue with that, kind sir.
:::

::: warning Warning Notice
  Houston, I think we have a problem
:::

::: todo Really Important
  Get this done!
:::

::: informative Additional Context
  Here's some helpful information that's subtle and non-intrusive.
:::

::: example Code Example
  Put your code block here
:::

// Some comment in JSON
{
  "foo": "bar",
  "baz": 2
}

§ Content Insertion

Use the following format to pull in content from other files in your project:

This text has been inserted here from another file: [[insert: assets/test.text]]

This text has been inserted here from another file: Beam me in, Scotty!

You can even insert content within more complex blocks, like the JSON object below which is being pulled in and rendered in a syntax-highlighted example block:

::: example Code Example
```json
[[insert: assets/test.json]]
```
:::

{
  "foo": {
    "bar": 1
  }
}

§ Tables

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| -----------------: | --------------: | ---------: |
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|                 ^^ |          2 NADH |   3--5 ATP |
| Pyruvaye oxidation |          2 NADH |      5 ATP |
|  Citric acid cycle |           2 ATP |            |
|                 ^^ |          6 NADH |     15 ATP |
|                 ^^ |         2 FADH2 |      3 ATP |
|     **30--32** ATP |                 |            |
[Net ATP yields per hexose]

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§ Sequence Diagrams

```mermaid
sequenceDiagram
  Alice ->> Bob: Hello Bob, how are you?
  Bob-->>John: How about you John?
  Bob--x Alice: I am good thanks!
  Bob-x John: I am good thanks!
  Note right of John: Bob thinks a long
long time, so long
that the text does
not fit on a row.

  Bob-->Alice: Checking with John...
  Alice->John: Yes... John, how are you?
```

§ Flows

```mermaid
graph TD
  A[Start] --> B{Is it?}
  B -->|Yes| C[OK]
  C --> D[Rethink]
  D --> B
  B -->|No| E[End]
```

§ Charts

```js
{
  "type": "pie",
  "data": {
    "labels": [
      "Red",
      "Blue",
      "Yellow"
    ],
    "datasets": [
      {
        "data": [
          300,
          50,
          100
        ],
        "backgroundColor": [
          "#FF6384",
          "#36A2EB",
          "#FFCE56"
        ],
        "hoverBackgroundColor": [
          "#FF6384",
          "#36A2EB",
          "#FFCE56"
        ]
      }
    ]
  }
}
```

§ Syntax Highlighting

```json
{
  "@context": "https://www.w3.org/ns/did/v1",
  "id": "did:example:123456789abcdefghi",
  "authentication": [{
    "id": "did:example:123456789abcdefghi#keys-1",
    "type": "RsaVerificationKey2018",
    "controller": "did:example:123456789abcdefghi",
    "publicKeyPem": "-----BEGIN PUBLIC KEY...END PUBLIC KEY-----\r\n"
  }],
  "service": [{
    "id":"did:example:123456789abcdefghi#vcs",
    "type": "VerifiableCredentialService",
    "serviceEndpoint": "https://example.com/vc/"
  }]
}
```

{
  "@context": "https://www.w3.org/ns/did/v1",
  "id": "did:example:123456789abcdefghi",
  "authentication": [{ 
    "id": "did:example:123456789abcdefghi#keys-1",
    "type": "RsaVerificationKey2018",
    "controller": "did:example:123456789abcdefghi",
    "publicKeyPem": "-----BEGIN PUBLIC KEY...END PUBLIC KEY-----\r\n"
  }],
  "service": [{
    "id":"did:example:123456789abcdefghi#vcs",
    "type": "VerifiableCredentialService",
    "serviceEndpoint": "https://example.com/vc/"
  }]
}

§ TeX Math Equations

When the katex option is enabled, the KaTeX math engine is used for TeX rendering. You can find a list of supported features and examples here: https://katex.org/docs/supported.html.

$$\begin{pmatrix}x_2 \ y_2 \end{pmatrix} = \begin{pmatrix} A & B \ C & D \end{pmatrix}\cdot \begin{pmatrix} x_1 \ y_1 \end{pmatrix}$$

$$\def\arraystretch{1.5} \begin{array}{c:c:c} a & b & c \ \hline d & e & f \ \hdashline g & h & i \end{array}$$

$$ \underbrace{a+b+c}_{\text{Note: such math, much wow.}} $$

§ Tab Panels

{
  "foo": "foo",
  "baz": 1
}

{
  "foo": "bar",
  "baz": 2
}

§ Fancy Links

Spec-Up automatically upgrades the links of certain sites, like GitHub. GitHub is the only supported site with Fancy Links right now, but we’ll be adding more as we go.

§ GitHub

• Issues
  • Source: https://github.com/decentralized-identity/presentation-exchange/issues/119
  • Render: https://github.com/decentralized-identity/presentation-exchange/issues/119
• Pull Requests
  • Source: https://github.com/decentralized-identity/sidetree/pull/863
  • Render: https://github.com/decentralized-identity/sidetree/pull/863
• Releases
  • Source: https://github.com/decentralized-identity/sidetree/releases/tag/v0.9.1
  • Render: https://github.com/decentralized-identity/sidetree/releases/tag/v0.9.1
• Projects
  • Source: https://github.com/decentralized-identity/sidetree/projects/1
  • Render: https://github.com/decentralized-identity/sidetree/projects/1

§ Outro

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