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