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What type of plant is jicama classified as?
What type of plant is jicama classified as?
Which part of the jicama plant is primarily harvested for food?
Which part of the jicama plant is primarily harvested for food?
What process is used to prepare jicama for consumption?
What process is used to prepare jicama for consumption?
In which of the following regions is jicama most widely grown?
In which of the following regions is jicama most widely grown?
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How does jicama's life cycle classification as a perennial affect its growth?
How does jicama's life cycle classification as a perennial affect its growth?
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What type of plant is Jatropha curcas classified as?
What type of plant is Jatropha curcas classified as?
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For what economic purpose is Jatropha curcas primarily cultivated?
For what economic purpose is Jatropha curcas primarily cultivated?
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Which step in the oil extraction process involves reducing moisture content in the seeds?
Which step in the oil extraction process involves reducing moisture content in the seeds?
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What is the first step in the oil extraction process from Jatropha seeds?
What is the first step in the oil extraction process from Jatropha seeds?
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Which process follows the crushing of Jatropha seeds during oil extraction?
Which process follows the crushing of Jatropha seeds during oil extraction?
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What family does the myrrh plant belong to?
What family does the myrrh plant belong to?
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Which step involves creating incisions on the myrrh tree's bark?
Which step involves creating incisions on the myrrh tree's bark?
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After the resin is collected, what is the next step in the process?
After the resin is collected, what is the next step in the process?
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What is done to the resin after grading?
What is done to the resin after grading?
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What form does the resin take after it dries?
What form does the resin take after it dries?
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Which of the following correctly distinguishes true roots from underground stems?
Which of the following correctly distinguishes true roots from underground stems?
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What is the primary function of economically important taproots like carrots and turnips?
What is the primary function of economically important taproots like carrots and turnips?
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Which vegetable part is primarily harvested from green vegetable crops?
Which vegetable part is primarily harvested from green vegetable crops?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the Allium genus?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the Allium genus?
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Which part of the potato plant is considered a tuber?
Which part of the potato plant is considered a tuber?
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What contributed to the potato famine in Ireland during the mid-19th century?
What contributed to the potato famine in Ireland during the mid-19th century?
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Which of the following characteristics distinguishes sweet potatoes from true yams?
Which of the following characteristics distinguishes sweet potatoes from true yams?
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Which plant family do beets and sugar beets belong to?
Which plant family do beets and sugar beets belong to?
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What process must be done to cassava before it can be safely consumed?
What process must be done to cassava before it can be safely consumed?
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What is the primary purpose of fermenting grape juice in winemaking?
What is the primary purpose of fermenting grape juice in winemaking?
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Which species of grape is primarily used for wine production?
Which species of grape is primarily used for wine production?
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What is a common method used in modern viticulture to manage grape production?
What is a common method used in modern viticulture to manage grape production?
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How are red wines typically produced compared to white wines?
How are red wines typically produced compared to white wines?
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What is the fermentation yeast mainly used in winemaking?
What is the fermentation yeast mainly used in winemaking?
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What is the primary purpose of the pressing stage in winemaking?
What is the primary purpose of the pressing stage in winemaking?
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Which of the following wine classifications in France is specifically for table wines intended for local consumption?
Which of the following wine classifications in France is specifically for table wines intended for local consumption?
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What is the primary grape variety used in the production of Champagne?
What is the primary grape variety used in the production of Champagne?
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Which term represents the highest quality wine classification in Italy?
Which term represents the highest quality wine classification in Italy?
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What characteristic of German wines sets them apart from many wines from other countries?
What characteristic of German wines sets them apart from many wines from other countries?
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What sugar content does the grape must for Qualitatswein mit Prädikat (QmP) require at a minimum?
What sugar content does the grape must for Qualitatswein mit Prädikat (QmP) require at a minimum?
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What is a defining characteristic of the production process for port wine?
What is a defining characteristic of the production process for port wine?
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Which classification includes wines produced from the ripest, selectively picked bunches of grapes in Germany?
Which classification includes wines produced from the ripest, selectively picked bunches of grapes in Germany?
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What is the primary benefit of the solera system used in sherry production?
What is the primary benefit of the solera system used in sherry production?
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Which drug derived from the opium poppy is known for its high addictive potential and effectiveness as a painkiller?
Which drug derived from the opium poppy is known for its high addictive potential and effectiveness as a painkiller?
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What is a common household use for codeine, a compound derived from the opium poppy?
What is a common household use for codeine, a compound derived from the opium poppy?
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What medicinal application do tropane alkaloids effectively treat?
What medicinal application do tropane alkaloids effectively treat?
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What effect do tropane alkaloids have on the pupil during moderate doses?
What effect do tropane alkaloids have on the pupil during moderate doses?
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What role did early societies believe the appearance of plants played in their medicinal properties?
What role did early societies believe the appearance of plants played in their medicinal properties?
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Which pharmaceutical agents have been provided by plants for thousands of years?
Which pharmaceutical agents have been provided by plants for thousands of years?
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What percentage of modern Western medicines are derived from plant chemicals?
What percentage of modern Western medicines are derived from plant chemicals?
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Which of the following plants has been used for over 5,000 years in Chinese medicine to treat asthma?
Which of the following plants has been used for over 5,000 years in Chinese medicine to treat asthma?
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Why are some medically active chemicals still obtained from plants rather than synthesized in labs?
Why are some medically active chemicals still obtained from plants rather than synthesized in labs?
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What was the estimated global trade amount in medicinal plants in 2002?
What was the estimated global trade amount in medicinal plants in 2002?
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Which traditional herbal text was compiled in early societies to document medicinal plants?
Which traditional herbal text was compiled in early societies to document medicinal plants?
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Which plant's bark was originally used to derive salicylic acid, a key ingredient in aspirin?
Which plant's bark was originally used to derive salicylic acid, a key ingredient in aspirin?
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What is the primary function of secondary products in plants?
What is the primary function of secondary products in plants?
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Which of the following is NOT a group of secondary products with medical significance?
Which of the following is NOT a group of secondary products with medical significance?
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Which compound derived from the foxglove plant is used to strengthen and steady the heartbeat?
Which compound derived from the foxglove plant is used to strengthen and steady the heartbeat?
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What medicinal use is associated with Ephedrine?
What medicinal use is associated with Ephedrine?
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Which of the following alkaloids is used as a muscle relaxant in modern surgery?
Which of the following alkaloids is used as a muscle relaxant in modern surgery?
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What role does quinine serve as a medicinal agent?
What role does quinine serve as a medicinal agent?
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Which substance derived from the coca plant was historically used as a local anesthetic?
Which substance derived from the coca plant was historically used as a local anesthetic?
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What important effect is observed in ginseng root?
What important effect is observed in ginseng root?
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Which of these plants provides alkaloids for treating cancers like leukemia?
Which of these plants provides alkaloids for treating cancers like leukemia?
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Which plant is known for producing the important natural laxative senna?
Which plant is known for producing the important natural laxative senna?
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Which compound is primarily derived from yams for hormone production?
Which compound is primarily derived from yams for hormone production?
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What is the origin of the alkaloid used for treating glaucoma derived from the calabar bean?
What is the origin of the alkaloid used for treating glaucoma derived from the calabar bean?
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Which of the following medicinal plants has been used for at least 5,000 years in traditional medicine?
Which of the following medicinal plants has been used for at least 5,000 years in traditional medicine?
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Which alkaloid from the Indian snakeroot root has been effective in treating hypertension?
Which alkaloid from the Indian snakeroot root has been effective in treating hypertension?
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Study Notes
Jicama (Pachyrhizus erosus)
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae (pea family)
- Plant Type: Herbaceous vine
- Lifespan: Perennial (lives longer than 2 years)
- Native Distribution: Mexico and Central America
- Domestication: First domesticated in Mexico, archaeological sites in Peru date back to 3000 BC.
- Widely Grown Regions: Central America and Southeast Asia
- Introduction to Southeast Asia: Introduced by the Spanish in the 17th century.
- Modern Popularity: Popular in countries like the Philippines, China, and other parts of the region.
- Used Part: Tuberous root
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Processing:
- Harvesting: Harvested from the ground
- Peeling: Thin, brown skin peeled off
- Cutting: Cut into sticks, cubes, or slices, depending on use.
- Consumption: Eaten raw in salads, salsas, or as a snack. Can be cooked in stir-fries, soups, and stews, retaining its crisp texture.
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Discover the fascinating characteristics of jicama, a herbaceous vine native to Mexico and Central America. This perennial plant is known for its edible tuberous root, widely consumed in various culinary dishes across Southeast Asia and beyond. Learn about its history, processing methods, and popular uses in salads, snacks, and stir-fries.
