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