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How to Identify and Classify Grapefruits - Exam
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  • 1. What is the most common color of grapefruit pulp?
A) Green
B) Blue
C) Purple
D) Pink/Red
  • 2. Which characteristic helps differentiate a grapefruit from an orange?
A) Sweeter taste
B) Brighter orange peel
C) Smoother peel
D) Larger size and flattened shape
  • 3. What is the general taste profile of a grapefruit?
A) Tart and slightly bitter
B) Spicy and sour
C) Sweet and tangy
D) Bland and watery
  • 4. Which grapefruit variety is known for its deep red flesh?
A) Rio Red
B) Marsh
C) Duncan
D) Oro Blanco
  • 5. What is the skin texture of a typical grapefruit?
A) Smooth and thin
B) Very rough and hard
C) Shiny and waxy
D) Slightly bumpy and thick
  • 6. What is the blossom end of a grapefruit?
A) The side with the most blemishes
B) The stem end
C) The area with the strongest aroma
D) The end opposite the stem
  • 7. Which of these is a seedless grapefruit variety?
A) Thompson
B) Ruby Red
C) White Marsh
D) Duncan
  • 8. What is the approximate diameter of a medium-sized grapefruit?
A) 4-6 inches
B) 8-10 inches
C) 12-14 inches
D) 1-2 inches
  • 9. The color intensity of red grapefruit is influenced by?
A) Acidity levels
B) Vitamin C content
C) Lycopene content
D) Sugar content
  • 10. Which grapefruit variety has a yellow peel and white flesh?
A) Star Ruby
B) Marsh White
C) Ray Ruby
D) Flame
  • 11. What is the typical weight of a large grapefruit?
A) 3.5-4 pounds
B) 2.5-3 pounds
C) 1-2 pounds
D) Less than 0.5 pound
  • 12. What does 'specific gravity' indicate in grapefruits?
A) Vitamin content
B) Juice content and density
C) Seed count
D) Pesticide residue
  • 13. Grapefruit are categorized as?
A) Citrus fruits
B) Pome fruits
C) Berry fruits
D) Stone fruits
  • 14. Which country is a major producer of grapefruits?
A) United States
B) Japan
C) Russia
D) Germany
  • 15. What growing condition affects grapefruit sweetness?
A) Ample sunshine
B) High altitude
C) Excessive rain
D) Dense shade
  • 16. What is the name for the individual sections inside the grapefruit?
A) Cysts
B) Pomes
C) Segments
D) Arils
  • 17. Which term describes the grapefruit's outer layer?
A) Exocarp
B) Hypocarp
C) Mesocarp
D) Endocarp
  • 18. What is the term for the white, spongy tissue between the peel and pulp?
A) Pith
B) Zest
C) Albedo
D) Rind
  • 19. Which grapefruit variety is known for its low acid content?
A) Ruby Red
B) Duncan
C) Thompson
D) Oro Blanco
  • 20. How can you visually assess the ripeness of a grapefruit?
A) Very light for its size
B) Rock hard feel
C) Bright green peel
D) Heavy for its size
  • 21. Which nutrient is abundant in grapefruits?
A) Calcium
B) Vitamin C
C) Iron
D) Vitamin B12
  • 22. What climate is ideal for growing grapefruits?
A) Subtropical
B) Temperate
C) Arctic
D) Desert
  • 23. What does 'thin-skinned' refer to in grapefruit context?
A) A small grapefruit
B) A peel that is easy to remove
C) A grapefruit with very little flavor
D) A grapefruit susceptible to bruising
  • 24. Why are some grapefruits treated with ethylene gas?
A) To increase sweetness
B) To improve color
C) To reduce acidity
D) To extend shelf life
  • 25. Which of these characteristics indicates a higher quality grapefruit?
A) Numerous scars on the peel
B) Soft spots
C) Very light weight
D) Smooth, unblemished skin
  • 26. How should grapefruits be stored for optimal freshness?
A) Refrigerated
B) In a sealed plastic bag
C) Frozen
D) At room temperature in sunlight
  • 27. What is the main season for grapefruit harvest in many regions?
A) Autumn
B) Summer
C) Spring
D) Winter
  • 28. Which of these is NOT a common use for grapefruits?
A) Eating fresh
B) Making juice
C) In salads
D) Making jam
  • 29. What is the botanical name for grapefruit?
A) Citrus sinensis
B) Malus domestica
C) Citrus limon
D) Citrus × paradisi
  • 30. What is the effect of grapefruit juice on some medications?
A) It can interact with enzymes that metabolize drugs.
B) It has no effect on medications.
C) It always enhances the effects of the medication.
D) It completely negates the effects of the medication.
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