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How to Identify and Classify Miracle Fruits
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  • 1. What is the active compound in miracle fruit responsible for its taste-modifying properties?
A) Ascorbic Acid
B) Miraculin
C) Citric Acid
D) Malic Acid
  • 2. To what plant family does miracle fruit belong?
A) Rutaceae
B) Sapotaceae
C) Solanaceae
D) Rosaceae
  • 3. What is the typical size of a miracle fruit berry?
A) 7-8 inches
B) 3-4 inches
C) 1-2 inches
D) 5-6 inches
  • 4. What color is a ripe miracle fruit berry?
A) Yellow
B) Green
C) Blue
D) Red
  • 5. Miracle fruit originates from which continent?
A) West Africa
B) Asia
C) South America
D) Australia
  • 6. The taste-modifying effect of miracle fruit typically lasts for how long?
A) 2-3 hours
B) 5-10 minutes
C) Overnight
D) 30-60 minutes
  • 7. What is the scientific name of miracle fruit?
A) Citrus paradisi
B) Malus domestica
C) Fragaria ananassa
D) Synsepalum dulcificum
  • 8. What environmental condition is crucial for miracle fruit cultivation?
A) Clay soil
B) Acidic soil
C) Alkaline soil
D) Sandy soil
  • 9. What is the primary function of miraculin?
A) Adds sweetness directly
B) Inhibits bitter taste
C) Neutralizes acids
D) Binds to taste receptors
  • 10. Which taste is most strongly affected by miracle fruit?
A) Sweet
B) Salty
C) Bitter
D) Sour
  • 11. What is a common use for miracle fruit besides novelty consumption?
A) Food preservative
B) Ingredient in alcoholic beverages
C) Natural food coloring
D) Masking metallic taste from medications
  • 12. How should miracle fruit be consumed for optimal taste alteration?
A) Chewed thoroughly and coating the tongue
B) Swallowed whole
C) Mixed with other fruits
D) Made into juice
  • 13. What type of plant is the miracle fruit?
A) Herb
B) Shrub
C) Vine
D) Tree
  • 14. What climate is ideal for growing miracle fruit?
A) Tropical
B) Temperate
C) Arctic
D) Desert
  • 15. Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of miracle fruit leaves?
A) Glossy surface
B) Serrated edges
C) Evergreen
D) Oblong shape
  • 16. What does 'dulcificum' mean in the scientific name Synsepalum dulcificum?
A) Berry-like
B) Sweetening
C) Miraculous
D) Reddish
  • 17. What is the approximate pH level that enhances the effect of miraculin?
A) Neutral
B) Alkaline
C) Irrelevant
D) Acidic
  • 18. How are miracle fruit typically propagated?
A) Seeds or cuttings
B) Layering only
C) Grafting only
D) Spores
  • 19. What is a common challenge in growing miracle fruit?
A) High water demand
B) Rapid spread
C) Pest resistance
D) Slow growth rate
  • 20. What part of the plant is primarily consumed for its taste-altering properties?
A) The fruit pulp
B) The roots
C) The seeds
D) The leaves
  • 21. What is the effect of miracle fruit on grapefruit?
A) No effect
B) Makes it taste sweeter
C) Makes it taste more sour
D) Makes it taste bitter
  • 22. What soil drainage is required for the miracle fruit plant to thrive?
A) Waterlogged
B) Poorly drained
C) Well-drained
D) Dry
  • 23. Which country has a historical significance with miracle fruit, often utilizing it in traditional cuisine?
A) Thailand
B) Mexico
C) Nigeria
D) Brazil
  • 24. What is a potential concern regarding the commercialization of miracle fruit?
A) Lack of consumer interest
B) Regulation of taste altering substances
C) High availability
D) Difficulty of cultivation
  • 25. How does miraculin alter the perception of sour tastes?
A) By temporarily binding to taste receptors and acting as a sweetener in acidic environments
B) By blocking the sour taste receptors
C) By neutralizing the acids
D) By diluting the sour taste
  • 26. What is the growth habit of miracle fruit shrubs?
A) Fast-growing and spreading
B) Tall and upright
C) Vine-like and climbing
D) Slow-growing and compact
  • 27. How long does it typically take for a miracle fruit plant to bear fruit after planting?
A) 10+ years
B) 6 months
C) 3-4 years
D) 1 year
  • 28. What is the ideal level of sun exposure for miracle fruit plants?
A) Partial shade
B) Morning sun only
C) Full sun
D) Full shade
  • 29. Which part of the miracle fruit should be avoided because it does not contain miraculin?
A) The stem
B) The seed
C) The pulp
D) The skin
  • 30. Which of the following is a valid method to preserve miracle fruit berries?
A) Roasting
B) Pickling
C) Boiling
D) Freezing
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