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Economic Importance of Staple Crops

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What is the botanical term used to describe the edible components of cereal grains?

Pericarp

Caryopsis (correct)

Aril

Endocarp

Why are cereals considered staple crops?

Because they are predominantly used in the beverage industry

As they supply more food energy worldwide than any other crop type (correct)

Due to their high water content

Because they are rich in vitamins C and D

What is the origin of the word 'Cereal'?

Egyptian god of fertility

Greek goddess of agriculture

Roman goddess of harvest and farming (correct)

Norse god of harvest

Apart from providing carbohydrates and proteins, what other essential nutrient do cereals contain?

Minerals and fiber Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the Philippines in relation to agriculture?

Known as an agricultural country with farmers growing cereals in all parts of the country Signup and view all the answers

In addition to food, what other purposes are cereals used for?

Used in making jewellery and in artworks Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of global cereal consumption is accounted for by maize?

94% Signup and view all the answers

Which component of maize grain is NOT typically favored in the refined state?

Aleurone Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrients can be obtained from rice consumption?

Thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, and zinc Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of starch contained in maize?

72% Signup and view all the answers

Why must maize be consumed as part of a diversified diet?

To achieve better nutritional and health results Signup and view all the answers

What has significantly increased the demand for maize recently?

Increased demand for biofuel use Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a major cereal crop mentioned in the text?

Barley Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of the endosperm in processed grains?

Carbohydrate Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between food security and nutrition security as described in the text?

Food security focuses on access to food, while nutrition security focuses on the nutritional quality of food. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an economic importance of cereals in the text?

Serving as the main food source for livestock Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 2) mentioned in the text?

To end hunger and achieve food and nutrition security Signup and view all the answers