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Which of the following is a part of a plant that we eat?
Which of the following is a part of a plant that we eat?
All fruits are sweet.
All fruits are sweet.
False
What part of the plant do we eat when consuming spinach?
What part of the plant do we eat when consuming spinach?
Leaf
Cauliflower and broccoli are the flowers of plants that are eaten as __________.
Cauliflower and broccoli are the flowers of plants that are eaten as __________.
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Match the following plants with their corresponding edible parts:
Match the following plants with their corresponding edible parts:
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Which of the following is not considered a type of food that plants provide?
Which of the following is not considered a type of food that plants provide?
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All fruits from plants are sweet.
All fruits from plants are sweet.
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Name two root vegetables mentioned in the content.
Name two root vegetables mentioned in the content.
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The hard-shelled dry fruits we consume are called _____.
The hard-shelled dry fruits we consume are called _____.
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Match the following vegetables to their type of consumption:
Match the following vegetables to their type of consumption:
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Study Notes
Types of Food from Plants
- Plants provide various food categories: fruits, nuts, vegetables, cereals, and pulses.
- Additional products include tea, coffee, sugar, spices, and oils.
Fruits and Nuts
- Fruits are often sweet, fleshy, and juicy; examples include papaya, apple, and banana.
- Nuts are hard-shelled dry fruits; notable examples are almond, cashew, and walnut.
Vegetables
- Vegetables can be parts of plants such as roots, stems, leaves, and flowers.
- Some vegetables, like carrot and radish, can be consumed raw; others, like brinjal and potato, must be cooked.
Roots
- Edible root vegetables include carrot, radish, and turnip.
Nutritional Benefits
- Vegetables, particularly leafy greens like spinach, support health.
- Spices such as red chillies are derived from plants.
- Anyone can eat raw vegetables like carrot and radish.
Common Misconceptions
- Not all fruits are sweet; tomatoes and brinjals, technically fruits, are commonly used as vegetables.
Parts of Plants We Eat
- Leaves: Cabbage and spinach are beneficial leafy vegetables.
- Stems: Examples include potato and ginger.
- Flowers: Edible flowers include cauliflower and broccoli.
Cereals and Pulses
- Cereals and pulses are seeds obtained from plants; they are staple food items.
- Common cereals include wheat, rice, and maize.
- Notable pulses are gram, beans, peas, kidney beans, and white gram.
Beverages and Sweeteners
- Tea and coffee are beverages sourced from plants.
- Sugar is derived from sugarcane; cocoa is processed into chocolate.
Oil Extraction
- Oil is extracted from seeds of plants such as mustard, groundnut, and sunflower.
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Description
Explore the various types of foods that plants provide, including fruits, nuts, vegetables, cereals, and pulses. This quiz will delve into the characteristics of different food sources derived from plants and their importance in our diet.
