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How to Identify and Classify Peanuts - Exam
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  • 1. What is the primary plant family to which peanuts belong?
A) Brassicaceae
B) Leguminosae (Fabaceae)
C) Poaceae
D) Solanaceae
  • 2. Where do peanuts develop?
A) Underground
B) In tree canopies
C) On branches
D) On vines
  • 3. What is the name of the peg that develops from the peanut flower and penetrates the soil?
A) Gynophore
B) Rhizome
C) Stolon
D) Corm
  • 4. Which market type of peanut is known for its elongated shape?
A) Spanish
B) Virginia
C) Valencia
D) Runner
  • 5. Which peanut type typically has three or more kernels per pod?
A) Spanish
B) Runner
C) Valencia
D) Virginia
  • 6. Which peanut market type is the most widely grown in the United States?
A) Spanish
B) Runner
C) Valencia
D) Virginia
  • 7. What characteristic helps identify Spanish-type peanuts?
A) Red skin color
B) Elongated kernels
C) Small, rounded kernels
D) Large kernels
  • 8. What is 'sound mature kernel' (SMK) used to assess?
A) Soil composition
B) Pest infestation level
C) Rainfall amount
D) Peanut quality
  • 9. What does the term 'aflatoxin' refer to in peanut production?
A) A type of fertilizer
B) A type of pesticide
C) A type of peanut disease
D) A type of mycotoxin
  • 10. Which of these factors is NOT used to classify peanuts?
A) Shell characteristics
B) Kernel count per pod
C) Kernel size
D) Root depth
  • 11. What is the approximate growing season for peanuts in most regions?
A) 12 months
B) 1-2 months
C) 8-9 months
D) 4-5 months
  • 12. What soil type is generally considered best for peanut cultivation?
A) Silt
B) Clay
C) Gravel
D) Sandy loam
  • 13. What is the primary use for Virginia-type peanuts?
A) Oil production
B) Snacking
C) Peanut butter
D) Candy
  • 14. What is a common use for Spanish-type peanuts?
A) Roasted peanuts
B) Snacking
C) Candy
D) Animal feed
  • 15. What is blanching in peanut processing?
A) Roasting
B) Adding sugar
C) Adding salt
D) Removing the skin
  • 16. Which of the following is NOT a common peanut disease?
A) Aflatoxin contamination
B) Leaf spot
C) Citrus greening
D) Stem rot
  • 17. What is the term for the process of turning peanut plants over to expose the pods for harvesting?
A) Cultivation
B) Tillage
C) Irrigation
D) Inversion
  • 18. What is the hull of a peanut?
A) The stem
B) The root
C) The outer shell
D) The kernel
  • 19. What factor primarily differentiates peanut cultivars within the same market type?
A) Disease resistance
B) Color
C) Size
D) Growing location
  • 20. What is a common use for peanut hulls?
A) Human consumption
B) Animal feed
C) Construction materials
D) Furniture production
  • 21. What is the ideal moisture content for storing peanuts to prevent spoilage?
A) Around 20%
B) Around 25%
C) Below 10%
D) Around 15%
  • 22. What is a typical characteristic of runner-type peanuts?
A) Uniform kernel size
B) Irregular shaped kernels
C) Very large kernel size
D) Small kernel size
  • 23. Why is crop rotation important in peanut farming?
A) To reduce watering needs
B) To improve peanut flavor
C) To increase yield of the next crop
D) To prevent soilborne diseases
  • 24. What is the primary nutrient that peanuts, as legumes, help fix in the soil?
A) Potassium
B) Phosphorus
C) Nitrogen
D) Calcium
  • 25. Which method is commonly used to determine the oil content of peanuts?
A) Solvent extraction
B) Visual inspection
C) Taste test
D) Density measurement
  • 26. What is the role of calcium in peanut development?
A) Stem strength
B) Leaf growth
C) Flower production
D) Pod formation
  • 27. What type of harvesting equipment is typically used for peanuts?
A) Tractor and plow
B) Sower and mower
C) Harvester and baler
D) Inverter and combine
  • 28. What is the primary use of Valencia peanuts?
A) Peanut Oil
B) Boiled peanuts
C) Peanut Flour
D) Peanut Butter
  • 29. Which U.S. state is the largest producer of peanuts?
A) Georgia
B) Alabama
C) Florida
D) Texas
  • 30. What is the botanical name for peanut?
A) Oryza sativa
B) Arachis hypogaea
C) Zea mays
D) Glycine max
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