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How to Identify and Classify Ulluco Tubers
Contributed by: Woolley
  • 1. What is the scientific name for Ulluco?
A) Basella alba
B) Solanum tuberosum
C) Ipomoea batatas
D) Oxalis tuberosa
  • 2. Ulluco tubers are primarily grown for their...
A) Production of biofuel
B) Ornamental flowers
C) Medicinal properties
D) Edible tubers and leaves
  • 3. Which continent is Ulluco originally from?
A) Asia
B) Africa
C) North America
D) South America
  • 4. What is a common characteristic of Ulluco tuber skin texture?
A) Covered in spines
B) Smooth and waxy
C) Bumpy and porous
D) Rough and hairy
  • 5. Ulluco tubers come in a variety of...
A) Only purple and oval
B) Only white and round
C) Only long and brown
D) Colors and shapes
  • 6. What type of plant is Ulluco?
A) Woody tree
B) Herbaceous vine
C) Succulent shrub
D) Cactus
  • 7. Which part of the plant is primarily used for propagation?
A) Tubers
B) Seeds
C) Leaves
D) Roots
  • 8. What is the typical size range of Ulluco tubers?
A) Small to medium
B) Very large
C) Microscopic
D) Extremely long
  • 9. What is the taste of Ulluco often described as?
A) Bitter and sour
B) Bland and tasteless
C) Extremely spicy
D) Earthy and slightly sweet
  • 10. What is a key factor when classifying Ulluco varieties?
A) Tuber color
B) Leaf size
C) Stem thickness
D) Root depth
  • 11. What is the primary growing season for Ulluco?
A) Cool season
B) Rainy season
C) Dry season
D) Hot season
  • 12. How are Ulluco tubers typically prepared for cooking?
A) Fermented
B) Boiled, steamed, or fried
C) Eaten raw
D) Dried and powdered
  • 13. What distinguishes Ulluco from potatoes?
A) Starchy texture
B) Rough skin
C) Higher sugar content
D) Waxy texture and mucilage
  • 14. Where in the plant are Ulluco tubers formed?
A) On roots
B) Underground stems
C) Inside fruits
D) On branches
  • 15. What is the significance of the 'eyes' on a tuber?
A) They are pores for respiration
B) They indicate rot
C) They are buds that sprout new plants
D) They are insect entry points
  • 16. What environmental condition is crucial for Ulluco tuber development?
A) Long day length
B) Short day length
C) Strong winds
D) High humidity
  • 17. What is a common pest that affects Ulluco?
A) Grasshoppers
B) Aphids
C) Snails
D) Beetles
  • 18. What role do farmers have in maintaining Ulluco diversity?
A) Selecting and saving seeds/tubers
B) Ignoring local landraces
C) Importing new varieties
D) Using only hybrid seeds
  • 19. What nutritional benefit is Ulluco known for?
A) High iron content
B) High protein content
C) High fat content
D) High vitamin C content
  • 20. Which of the following describes the shape of some Ulluco tubers?
A) Always long and straight
B) Round, oblong, or curved
C) Always perfectly spherical
D) Cylindrical
  • 21. What is the purpose of curing Ulluco tubers after harvest?
A) To make them sweeter
B) To remove toxins
C) To change their color
D) To improve storage life
  • 22. How does altitude affect the growth of Ulluco?
A) Grows best at high altitudes
B) Altitude has no effect
C) Grows best at sea level
D) Grows best at low altitudes
  • 23. What soil type is best suited for Ulluco cultivation?
A) Sandy, dry soil
B) Rocky soil
C) Clay, waterlogged soil
D) Well-drained, fertile soil
  • 24. What is a synonym for 'landrace' when referring to crops?
A) Local variety
B) Global variety
C) Hybrid variety
D) Genetically modified variety
  • 25. What impact does mucilage have on the cooking of Ulluco?
A) Makes them turn black
B) Requires more cooking time
C) Makes them very hard
D) Requires less cooking time
  • 26. What is a primary consideration for storing Ulluco tubers?
A) In direct sunlight
B) Cool, dark, and dry conditions
C) Warm, bright, and humid conditions
D) Submerged in water
  • 27. What is the effect of frost on Ulluco plants and tubers?
A) Makes them sweeter
B) Has no effect
C) Improves their growth
D) Damages or kills them
  • 28. How can you tell if an Ulluco tuber is rotting?
A) Brighter color
B) Soft spots or unusual smell
C) Increased firmness
D) Larger size
  • 29. What is the relationship between Ulluco and Basella alba?
A) A species within the same genus
B) A synonym for the same plant
C) A hybrid of the two
D) Incorrect relationship
  • 30. Why is it important to maintain genetic diversity in Ulluco crops?
A) Easier to grow in all conditions
B) Increased resilience to pests and diseases
C) Uniform appearance
D) Decreased yield
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