Horticulture - Study Mode
[#421] Almost all vegetables belong to division
Correct Answer
(B) Angiosperms
Explanation
Solution: Almost all vegetables belong to the division Angiosperms . Angiosperms represent approximately 80 percent of all known living green plants. Examples range from the common dandelion and grasses to the ancient magnolias and highly evolved orchids. Angiosperms also comprise the vast majority of all plant foods we eat, including grains, beans, fruits, vegetables and most nuts.
[#422] Global diversity of vegetable crops consists of about
Correct Answer
(B) 400 spp.
Explanation
Solution: The global diversity of vegetable crops consists of about 400 spp . Out of which about 80 species of major and minor vegetables are reported to have originated in India. Indigenous and underexploited vegetables particularly leafy vegetables are widely used as sources of food and source of income for many poor communities in India. The richness of plant diversity is largely due to ecological diversity superimposed with tribal and ethnic diversification, plant usages and religious rituals.
[#423] Viviparous germination is seen in
Correct Answer
(A) Chow-chow
Explanation
Solution: Viviparous germination is seen in chow-chow . vivipary occurs when seeds or embryos begin to develop before they detach from the parent. Vivipary includes reproduction via embryos, such as shoots or bulbils, as opposed to germinating externally from a dropped, dormant seed, as is usual in plants. Chow-chow is a single-seeded viviparous cucurbit. It is a perennial-rooted vine that bears edible fruits. The root, stem and seed contain high calorific value and carbohydrate content. It is mainly propagated using seed (whole fruit with seed)/ sprouted fruits.
[#424] Papaya is rich in
Correct Answer
(A) Vitamin A
Explanation
Solution: Papaya is rich in vitamin A . Papayas contain high levels of antioxidants vitamin A and vitamin C. Diets high in antioxidants may reduce the risk of heart disease. The antioxidants prevent the oxidation of cholesterol.
The possible health benefits of consuming papaya include a reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, aiding in digestion, improving blood glucose control in people with diabetes, lowering blood pressure and improving wound healing.
[#425] Which of the following vegetable is not transplanted?
Correct Answer
(C) Radish
Explanation
Solution: Radish is the vegetable among the given options that is not transplanted. Radish is a root crop and root crops are not suited to transplants as the process will damage the root. The purpose of transplanting is to give each plant more space. Then the plant can develop its roots and leaves better.