Fruits Flashcard

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What is the form of sugar found in fruits?

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Fructose

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Which type of fruit is an apple?

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Pome

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The chemical process that occurs when oxygen in the air comes in contact with the flesh of the fruit and turns brown is called

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Enzymatic Browning

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Fruits can be purchased in which forms? Canned, Fresh, Frozen, Dried, All of the above

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All of the above

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What happens when fruits give off ethylene gas?

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They cause other fruits to ripen faster

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Fruits that have a central pit enclosing a single seed are known as

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Drupe

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What are the qualities to look for when purchasing citrus fruits?

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heaviness, smooth skin, and no large blemishes or spots

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The first step in preparing fruits and vegetables is

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Cleaning

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What can be done to slow down the discoloring of freshly cut fruit? Options: Sprinkle with salt, Soak in warm water, Coat with oil and water, Coat with lemon juice and water

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Coat with lemon juice and water

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What category of fruit does a raspberry belong to? Options: Pome, Citrus, Berry, Drupe

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Berry