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