How to Identify and Classify Carrots
  • 1. What is the primary root vegetable that carrots belong to?
A) Tuberous root
B) Taproot
C) Adventitious root
D) Fibrous root
  • 2. The color of a carrot is primarily determined by what pigment?
A) Anthocyanin
B) Carotene
C) Xanthophyll
D) Chlorophyll
  • 3. What is the scientific name for the common carrot?
A) Solanum tuberosum
B) Brassica oleracea
C) Beta vulgaris
D) Daucus carota
  • 4. What is a common shape for carrots?
A) Spherical
B) Conical
C) Cylindrical, with a bulbous end
D) Cuboid
  • 5. Which carrot variety is known for its shorter, thicker shape and suitability for heavy soils?
A) Imperator
B) Chantenay
C) Nantes
D) Danvers
  • 6. Which carrot type is typically the longest and slenderest?
A) Imperator
B) Danvers
C) Nantes
D) Ball
  • 7. A carrot with a wider top that tapers abruptly is most likely which variety?
A) Parisian
B) Imperator
C) Danvers
D) Nantes
  • 8. Which type of carrot tends to be nearly spherical?
A) Nantes
B) Ball
C) Danvers
D) Imperator
  • 9. What characteristic helps distinguish between carrot cultivars?
A) Core color
B) Leaf shape
C) Flower color
D) Root hair density
  • 10. What texture is generally desirable in a high-quality carrot?
A) Crisp
B) Porous
C) Mushy
D) Fibrous
  • 11. Which factor impacts the sweetness of a carrot?
A) Sugar content
B) Fiber content
C) Water content
D) Mineral content
  • 12. What is the term for a carrot that has split or branched during growth?
A) Pithing
B) Cracking
C) Bolting
D) Forking
  • 13. What soil condition can cause forking in carrots?
A) Compacted soil
B) Loamy soil
C) Rich soil
D) Sandy soil
  • 14. A green shoulder on a carrot indicates what?
A) Nutrient deficiency
B) Sun exposure
C) Pest infestation
D) Excess watering
  • 15. What is bolting in carrots?
A) Root splitting
B) Stunted growth
C) Premature flowering
D) Leaf discoloration
  • 16. Which of these is NOT a common carrot color?
A) Orange
B) Blue
C) Purple
D) White
  • 17. What is the purpose of carrot 'shoulders'?
A) They store extra water.
B) They are the point of attachment for the leaves.
C) They help the plant absorb more nutrients.
D) They do not have a particular purpose, can indicate sun exposure.
  • 18. What does the term 'core' refer to in carrot morphology?
A) The central portion of the root.
B) The small root hairs.
C) The leafy green top.
D) The outer skin of the carrot.
  • 19. Which nutrient deficiency can lead to poor carrot development?
A) Oxygen
B) Carbon
C) Potassium
D) Calcium
  • 20. The 'baby' carrots sold in stores are typically what?
A) Milled down from larger carrots.
B) A specific variety.
C) Grown hydroponically.
D) Picked before they mature.
  • 21. Which of the following is a disease that affects carrots?
A) Rose Black Spot
B) Powdery Mildew
C) Alternaria Leaf Blight
D) Apple Scab
  • 22. What pest commonly damages carrot roots?
A) Aphids
B) Whiteflies
C) Carrot rust fly
D) Spider mites
  • 23. Why is proper drainage important for growing carrots?
A) Increases sugar content
B) Prevents root rot
C) Prevents bolting
D) Encourages faster growth
  • 24. Which characteristic is important when selecting carrot seeds?
A) Seed size
B) Seed color
C) Seed hardness
D) Germination rate
  • 25. What is 'carrot cracking'?
A) Failure of seeds to germinate
B) Premature flowering
C) Splitting of the root
D) Discoloration of the leaves
  • 26. Why should carrots be thinned after they sprout?
A) To prevent sunscald
B) To increase sugar content
C) To deter pests
D) To provide adequate space for growth
  • 27. What is the benefit of 'succession planting' carrots?
A) Provides a continuous harvest
B) Improves soil fertility
C) Increases root size
D) Reduces pest problems
  • 28. What does it mean when a carrot has a 'pithy' core?
A) The core is very watery
B) The core is exceptionally sweet
C) The core is woody and tough
D) The core is brightly colored
  • 29. What is the best storage condition for carrots?
A) Warm and dry
B) Cool and dry
C) Warm and humid
D) Cool and humid
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