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Which plant family does myrrh belong to?
Which plant family does myrrh belong to?
What is the native distribution of myrrh?
What is the native distribution of myrrh?
Which part of the myrrh plant is used commercially?
Which part of the myrrh plant is used commercially?
What is the first step in the harvesting process of myrrh resin?
What is the first step in the harvesting process of myrrh resin?
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During the harvesting of myrrh resin, what process follows after making incisions in the tree's bark?
During the harvesting of myrrh resin, what process follows after making incisions in the tree's bark?
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Which of the following plant parts are considered true roots?
Which of the following plant parts are considered true roots?
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What distinguishes bulbs from tubers?
What distinguishes bulbs from tubers?
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What contributed to the susceptibility of the potato crop in Ireland during the 19th century?
What contributed to the susceptibility of the potato crop in Ireland during the 19th century?
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Which of the following statements about true roots is accurate?
Which of the following statements about true roots is accurate?
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What is the primary nutritional component of cassava?
What is the primary nutritional component of cassava?
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What characteristic is unique to rhizomes compared to other root storage structures?
What characteristic is unique to rhizomes compared to other root storage structures?
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What must be done to taro before consumption?
What must be done to taro before consumption?
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Which family do the major food bulbs, such as onions and garlic, belong to?
Which family do the major food bulbs, such as onions and garlic, belong to?
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Which of the following statements about sweet potatoes is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about sweet potatoes is TRUE?
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Which of the following plant parts is typically harvested as a green vegetable crop?
Which of the following plant parts is typically harvested as a green vegetable crop?
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How did the introduction of the sugar beet influence European agriculture?
How did the introduction of the sugar beet influence European agriculture?
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What is the primary function of taproots in economically important vegetables?
What is the primary function of taproots in economically important vegetables?
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What is a characteristic of biennial species that produce taproots?
What is a characteristic of biennial species that produce taproots?
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Which family does the carrot belong to?
Which family does the carrot belong to?
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Which of the following vegetables is classified as a tuber?
Which of the following vegetables is classified as a tuber?
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What is a defining characteristic of yam propagation?
What is a defining characteristic of yam propagation?
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What major event was triggered by potato blight in the mid-1800s?
What major event was triggered by potato blight in the mid-1800s?
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Which type of yam is native to Central America?
Which type of yam is native to Central America?
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What is the main characteristic of the sugar beet developed in the late 1700s?
What is the main characteristic of the sugar beet developed in the late 1700s?
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What common trait do potatoes and yams share in terms of propagation?
What common trait do potatoes and yams share in terms of propagation?
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What is the primary component of sweet potatoes that distinguishes them from regular potatoes?
What is the primary component of sweet potatoes that distinguishes them from regular potatoes?
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What impact did the introduction of the potato have on European diets?
What impact did the introduction of the potato have on European diets?
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Which feature makes the Mustard family suitable for growth in north temperate regions?
Which feature makes the Mustard family suitable for growth in north temperate regions?
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What component gives mustard its distinct pungent flavor?
What component gives mustard its distinct pungent flavor?
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Which of the following vegetables is classified as a cultivar of Brassica oleracea?
Which of the following vegetables is classified as a cultivar of Brassica oleracea?
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What type of head does cauliflower produce?
What type of head does cauliflower produce?
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Which of the following is NOT a cultivar associated with Brassica rapa?
Which of the following is NOT a cultivar associated with Brassica rapa?
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What defines the culinary use of Bok choi?
What defines the culinary use of Bok choi?
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What distinguishes white asparagus from green asparagus during harvest?
What distinguishes white asparagus from green asparagus during harvest?
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Which vegetable is native to the Mediterranean and has been domesticated for over 6,000 years?
Which vegetable is native to the Mediterranean and has been domesticated for over 6,000 years?
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What is a characteristic of the leaf petioles used in culinary dishes?
What is a characteristic of the leaf petioles used in culinary dishes?
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Which feature makes spinach particularly nutritious?
Which feature makes spinach particularly nutritious?
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What culinary role does chicory serve aside from being a salad ingredient?
What culinary role does chicory serve aside from being a salad ingredient?
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Which of these is a unique trait of kohlrabi?
Which of these is a unique trait of kohlrabi?
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Study Notes
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha)
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Botanical Information
- Family: Burseraceae
- Type of plant:
- Woody plant
- Typically a small tree
- Perennial (lives for more than two years)
- Native distribution: Arabian Peninsula (Oman, Yemen) and Africa (Djibouti, Ethiopia, Somalia, Northeast Kenya)
Commercial Use
- Part used: Resin
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Uses:
- Flavoring agent in meat products, desserts, soft drinks, gum and sweets.
- Fragrance in incense, cosmetics (mouthwash, soaps, perfumes)
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Harvesting process:
- Select mature, resin-rich trees.
- Make incisions in the bark to encourage resin flow.
- Collect the oozing resin droplets.
- Allow the resin to harden into "tears".
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Processing process:
- Grade the resin tears based on quality.
- Clean the resin to remove impurities.
- Grind the resin into powder if needed.
- Extract essential oils through distillation (optional).
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Description
Explore the fascinating world of Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha), a woody perennial plant from the Burseraceae family. Learn about its native distribution, harvesting, and processing techniques, as well as its diverse applications in flavoring and fragrance. This quiz will test your knowledge of this ancient resin and its modern-day uses.
