Questions and Answers
Potatoes were introduced to Europe by the Spanish in the ______ century.
second half of the 16th century.
Potatoes contain the toxin solanine, which can be ______ for human consumption in high concentrations.
dangerous
China and India lead the world production of potatoes as of ______.
Study Notes
- The potato is a starchy root vegetable native to the Americas.
- It was domesticated in the area of present-day southern Peru and extreme northwestern Bolivia 7,000-10,000 years ago.
- Potatoes were introduced to Europe by the Spanish in the second half of the 16th century.
- They are now a staple food in many parts of the world.
- There are over 5,000 different types of potatoes.
- Over 99% of potatoes cultivated worldwide descend from varieties that originated in south-central Chile.
- Potatoes contain the toxin solanine, which can be dangerous for human consumption in high concentrations.
- The importance of the potato as a food source varies by region.
- Northern and Eastern Europe have the highest per capita production of potatoes.
- China and India lead the world production of potatoes as of 2021.
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Think you know everything about potatoes? Test your knowledge with this quiz! From their origins to their global impact and everything in between, see how much you really know about this starchy staple food. With questions about potato varieties, their toxicity, and production statistics, you'll have a chance to show off your potato prowess. So get ready to dig in and take this potato-themed quiz!
