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Fruits
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Fruits are generally nutritious and low in... | Calories |
| Small juicy fruits with thin skins are called what? | Berries |
| What fruits are grown in warm climates and are usually exotic? | Tropical Fruits |
| What fruits have a thick outer rind and thin membrane to separate the flesh into segments? | Citrus Fruits |
| Fruits with a central core containing the seeds, surrounded by a thick flesh are called what? | Pomes |
| What fruits have an outer skin covering a soft, fleshy fruit? | Drupes |
| Large, juicy fruits with thick skins and many seeds are called... | Melons |
| Most fruits are high in... | vitamins |
| Most fruits are low in... | fat |
| Fruits provide what vitamins? | A C B |
| Are fruits a good source of fiber? | Yes |
| What fruits have the highest vitamin C? | Citrus Fruits |
| When a fruit has reached top eating quality, it is called what? | Ripe |
| A fruit that is full-sized, but has not yet reached top eating quality is called what? | Underripe |
| What two fruits will continue to ripen at room temperature? | Pears and Bananas |
| What are fruits called that have not yet reached full size, and have poor color, flavor, and texture? | Immature |
| What is it called when raw fruits turn brown from exposure to air? | Enzymatic Browning |
| How can enzymatic browning be prevented? | Dip the fruits in citrus juices or buy a commercial product |
| What is it called when fruits are cooked in a small amount of fat in a skillet? | Sautéing |
| Fruits that are fried, and dipped in batter are called what? | Fritters |