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How to Identify and Classify Nectarines - Test
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  • 1. What is the defining characteristic that distinguishes a nectarine from a peach?
A) Smooth skin
B) Yellow flesh
C) Fuzzy skin
D) Smaller size
  • 2. Nectarines belong to which plant family?
A) Rosaceae
B) Brassicaceae
C) Cucurbitaceae
D) Solanaceae
  • 3. What is the scientific name for a nectarine?
A) Prunus persica var. nucipersica
B) Fragaria × ananassa
C) Malus domestica
D) Citrus sinensis
  • 4. What type of fruit is a nectarine?
A) Aggregate fruit
B) Pome
C) Drupe
D) Berry
  • 5. Freestone nectarines are classified by:
A) Pit tightly clings to flesh
B) Yellow flesh color
C) Small fruit size
D) Pit easily separates from flesh
  • 6. Clingstone nectarines are classified by:
A) Large fruit size
B) White flesh color
C) Pit easily separates from flesh
D) Pit tightly clings to flesh
  • 7. Which nectarine flesh color is commonly found?
A) Orange or Grey
B) Yellow or White
C) Blue or Green
D) Purple or Black
  • 8. What is the primary way nectarines are propagated?
A) Cuttings
B) Seed
C) Layering
D) Grafting
  • 9. Which of these is a common disease affecting nectarines?
A) Late Blight (on potatoes)
B) Powdery Mildew (on grapes)
C) Black Spot (on roses)
D) Brown Rot
  • 10. What is a key indicator of ripeness in a nectarine?
A) Slight give to the touch
B) Green color
C) Completely hard
D) Significant bruising
  • 11. What is a major pest affecting nectarines?
A) Colorado potato beetle
B) Aphids on cabbage
C) Oriental Fruit Moth
D) Tomato hornworm
  • 12. What type of climate is most suitable for nectarine cultivation?
A) Desert
B) Tropical
C) Arctic
D) Temperate
  • 13. What is the general shape of a nectarine?
A) Round
B) Elongated
C) Conical
D) Pear-shaped
  • 14. What is the function of the 'bloom' on a nectarine?
A) To attract pollinators
B) To protect from frost
C) To indicate ripeness
D) There is no bloom on a nectarine
  • 15. Which characteristic is LEAST helpful in identifying a nectarine?
A) Flesh color
B) Pit attachment
C) Skin texture
D) Leaf shape
  • 16. What does 'low-chill' mean for nectarine varieties?
A) Requires fewer hours of cold temperatures
B) Requires more hours of cold temperatures
C) Grows best in hot climates
D) Is resistant to frost
  • 17. What is a common use for nectarines besides eating fresh?
A) Making orange juice
B) Making wine
C) Making peanut butter
D) Baking
  • 18. Compared to peaches, nectarines typically have...
A) A less pronounced flavor
B) A more acidic flavor
C) A slightly sweeter flavor
D) A bitter flavor
  • 19. The suture line on a nectarine refers to...
A) The stem attachment point
B) The area of sun exposure
C) The groove running down the side
D) The area where the pit is located
  • 20. What does 'blush' refer to on a nectarine?
A) The soft spot indicating ripeness
B) The red color of the skin
C) The white powdery coating
D) A type of disease
  • 21. What is the term for removing excess fruit from a nectarine tree?
A) Girdling
B) Scoring
C) Thinning
D) Pruning
  • 22. Why is thinning important for nectarine trees?
A) To reduce the number of flowers
B) To improve fruit size and quality
C) To prevent soil erosion
D) To encourage leaf growth
  • 23. What is an important nutrient needed for nectarine growth?
A) Potassium
B) Fluorine
C) Sodium
D) Chlorine
  • 24. What type of soil is best for nectarines?
A) Well-drained loamy soil
B) Clay soil
C) Sandy soil
D) Silty soil
  • 25. What is the chill hour requirement generally?
A) Varies greatly by variety
B) Always 500 hours
C) Always above 1000 hours
D) Always below 200 hours
  • 26. What does 'bacterial spot' affect on nectarines?
A) Branches only
B) Leaves and fruit
C) Flowers only
D) Roots only
  • 27. When is the best time to prune a nectarine tree?
A) Late autumn
B) Late winter or early spring
C) Mid-summer
D) Any time of year
  • 28. What is the role of bees in nectarine orchards?
A) Weed control
B) Pollination
C) Fertilization
D) Pest control
  • 29. Which country is a major producer of nectarines?
A) Canada
B) Russia
C) Brazil
D) China
  • 30. What is a potential symptom of overwatering a nectarine tree?
A) Leaf curl
B) Root rot
C) Sunburn
D) Premature ripening
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