10 Questions
What is the annual production of onion in the world?
35 million tonnes
What is the primary cause of the pungency in onions?
Volatile oil allyl propyl di-sulphide
Which state in India ranks first in the production of onion?
Maharashtra
Which crop contributes the most to foreign exchange earnings among fresh vegetables in India?
Onion
Which nutrient is more abundant in small-sized onions compared to large-sized onions?
Calcium
Is India the largest producer of onion in the world?
False
Onions are low in calcium content compared to other bulb crops.
False
Onion's pungency is caused by the presence of volatile oil allyl propyl di-sulphide.
True
The red color of the outer skin of onions is due to the presence of anthocyanin.
True
Onions are not a significant source of Vitamin A.
False
Test your knowledge of onion production technology with this quiz! Learn about the major onion growing states in India, the annual production of onions worldwide, and key facts about the important commercial vegetable crop, Allium cepa L.
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