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