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How to Identify and Classify Pomelos
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  • 1. What is the primary characteristic that defines a pomelo?
A) Its sour taste and juicy flesh
B) Its bright orange color
C) Its small size and thin rind
D) Its large size and thick rind
  • 2. Which family does the pomelo belong to?
A) Rutaceae (Citrus)
B) Asteraceae (Sunflower)
C) Rosaceae (Rose)
D) Solanaceae (Nightshade)
  • 3. What is the scientific name for the pomelo?
A) Citrus limon
B) Citrus sinensis
C) Citrus maxima or Citrus grandis
D) Citrus reticulata
  • 4. What is the general shape of a pomelo?
A) Irregular and bumpy
B) Oblong and elongated
C) Round to slightly pear-shaped
D) Small and spherical
  • 5. What is the typical color of a ripe pomelo's skin?
A) Dark green
B) Deep red
C) Bright orange
D) Greenish-yellow to pale yellow
  • 6. What is the texture of a pomelo's rind?
A) Rough and heavily textured
B) Thin and glossy
C) Thick, smooth, and slightly bumpy
D) Extremely smooth and waxy
  • 7. What is the color range of pomelo flesh?
A) Bright orange
B) Dark purple
C) Dark green
D) Pale yellow to pink or red
  • 8. What is the taste of a pomelo typically like?
A) Sweet, slightly tart, and less acidic than grapefruit
B) Very sour and acidic
C) Extremely sweet and sugary
D) Bitter and unpleasant
  • 9. What is the approximate diameter of a mature pomelo?
A) 5-10 cm (2-4 inches)
B) 30-40 cm (12-16 inches)
C) 15-25 cm (6-10 inches)
D) 1-2 cm (0.4-0.8 inches)
  • 10. How are pomelos typically classified based on flesh color?
A) White/Yellow, Pink, and Red
B) Sweet, Sour, and Bitter
C) Small, Medium, and Large
D) Thick-skinned and Thin-skinned
  • 11. Which country is believed to be the origin of the pomelo?
A) Africa
B) Southeast Asia
C) Europe
D) South America
  • 12. How do you determine if a pomelo is ripe by touch?
A) It should feel very light and hard
B) It should feel heavy for its size and slightly soft to the touch
C) It should feel sticky and wet
D) It should feel extremely soft and mushy
  • 13. What role do vesicles play in the pomelo?
A) They are the outer protective layer of the fruit.
B) They provide structural support to the fruit.
C) They protect the seeds from damage.
D) They contain the juice and are the edible parts of the fruit.
  • 14. What distinguishes a 'Chandler' pomelo?
A) Extremely large size
B) Pink flesh and sweet taste
C) White flesh and sour taste
D) Very thick rind
  • 15. Which of these is NOT a common name for pomelo?
A) Shaddock
B) Tangelo
C) Jabong
D) Pummelo
  • 16. What is the 'albedo' of a pomelo?
A) The colored outer layer of the rind
B) The juicy segments of the fruit
C) The central core of the fruit
D) The white, spongy inner layer of the rind
  • 17. How does climate affect pomelo growth?
A) They prefer warm, subtropical climates
B) They are not affected by climate
C) They grow best in desert conditions
D) They thrive in cold, temperate climates
  • 18. What are hesperidia, in botanical terms, describing about pomelos?
A) A type of berry with a leathery rind
B) A type of stone fruit
C) A type of pome fruit
D) A type of aggregate fruit
  • 19. What is a common use for pomelo peel?
A) Candied peel or marmalade
B) Used as fertilizer
C) Animal feed
D) Used for making paper
  • 20. How does the seed count typically vary in pomelos?
A) Always have a very few seeds
B) From seedless to many seeds, depending on the variety
C) Always seedless
D) Always have a large number of seeds
  • 21. What is the main difference between a pomelo and a grapefruit?
A) They are essentially the same fruit.
B) Grapefruits are larger and less acidic.
C) Pomelos are larger and less acidic than grapefruits.
D) Pomelos are always red, and grapefruits are always yellow.
  • 22. What is the significance of the juice sacs (vesicles) in pomelos?
A) They are waste products of the fruit.
B) They contain the juice and nutrients.
C) They protect the seeds.
D) They provide structural support.
  • 23. What is the typical harvesting season for pomelos in the Northern Hemisphere?
A) Early fall
B) Spring
C) Late fall to early winter
D) Summer
  • 24. Which of the following is a common pest or disease affecting pomelos?
A) Citrus canker
B) Potato blight
C) Powdery mildew
D) Apple scab
  • 25. What is a common method of propagating pomelos?
A) Direct seeding
B) Division
C) Air layering
D) Grafting
  • 26. How does a pomelo differ from an orange?
A) Pomelos are much larger and have a thicker rind.
B) They are essentially the same fruit.
C) Oranges are much larger and have a thicker rind.
D) Pomelos have a smoother skin.
  • 27. What role do pomelos play in some Asian cultures?
A) Symbol of good fortune and prosperity, often gifted
B) Symbol of bad luck
C) Symbol of sadness and mourning
D) Symbol of anger and frustration
  • 28. What is the 'septum' in a pomelo?
A) The central core
B) The outer skin
C) The membrane dividing the segments
D) The juice vesicles
  • 29. What distinguishes a 'Honey' pomelo?
A) Known for its extremely thick rind
B) Known for its sourness
C) Known for its exceptional sweetness
D) Known for its small size
  • 30. How should pomelos be stored after harvesting?
A) In a cool, dry place
B) In a sealed plastic bag
C) In the refrigerator
D) In direct sunlight
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