What Do You Know About Kola Nut?

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    Kola nut is used to make which of the following drinks?

    • Whiskies
    • Coca cola
    • Guiness
    • Milk drinks
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Kola nut (aka kolanut) is the origin of the word “cola,” and the tree on which it grows is believed among some Nigerian tribes to be the first tree on earth. How well do you know about it?

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  • 2. 
    The nuts are subject to attack  - ProProfs

    The nuts are subject to attack 

    • Grain weevil

    • Butterfly

    • Wasp

    • Kola weevil

    Correct Answer
    A. Kola weevil
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Kola weevil because kola nuts are commonly attacked by this particular insect. The kola weevil is known to infest and damage kola nuts, causing significant economic losses for farmers and producers. It is a pest that specifically targets kola nuts, making it the most likely answer in this context.

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  • 3. 
    Kola nut is a - ProProfs

    Kola nut is a

    • Vegetable

    • Fruit

    • Plant

    • Drink

    Correct Answer
    A. Fruit
    Explanation
    Kola nut is classified as a fruit because it is the seed pod of the kola tree. It develops from the flower of the tree and contains seeds inside. Fruits are typically the mature ovaries of flowering plants and are formed after fertilization. In the case of the kola nut, the pod that is formed after pollination and fertilization is considered a fruit. It is often consumed for its stimulant properties and is used in the production of various beverages.

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  • 4. 
    Where is the plant mostly located? - ProProfs

    Where is the plant mostly located?

    • Asia

    • Europe

    • Australia

    • Africa

    Correct Answer
    A. Africa
    Explanation
    The plant is mostly located in Africa.

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  • 5. 
    Cola nut can cause all the following except - ProProfs

    Cola nut can cause all the following except

    • Insonmia

    • Restlessness

    • Nausea

    • Blindness

    Correct Answer
    A. Blindness
    Explanation
    Cola nut is known to contain caffeine, which can cause various side effects such as insomnia, restlessness, and nausea. However, there is no evidence to suggest that cola nut consumption can lead to blindness. Therefore, blindness is the correct answer as it is not a potential side effect of consuming cola nut.

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  • 6. 
    What is the colour of Kola nut? - ProProfs

    What is the colour of Kola nut?

    • Red

    • Blue

    • Ash

    • Purple

    Correct Answer
    A. Red
    Explanation
    The correct answer is red because the Kola nut is typically dark red or brown in color. It is a caffeine-containing nut that is native to West Africa and is often used as a flavoring ingredient in beverages like cola.

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  • 7. 
    The tree of Kola nut is called? - ProProfs

    The tree of Kola nut is called?

    • Pine

    • Acacia

    • Cola

    • Baobab

    Correct Answer
    A. Cola
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Cola because the tree of Kola nut is commonly known as the Cola tree. The Kola nut is the fruit of this tree and is widely used for its caffeine content and as a flavoring agent in beverages like cola drinks. The Cola tree is native to tropical regions of Africa and belongs to the Malvaceae family. It is a small to medium-sized tree with glossy leaves and produces small, round fruits that contain the Kola nuts.

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  • 8. 
    Which of the following is contained most in Kola nut - ProProfs

    Which of the following is contained most in Kola nut

    • Vitamens

    • Fats

    • Oils

    • Caffein

    Correct Answer
    A. Caffein
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Caffeine. Kola nuts are known for their high caffeine content. Caffeine is a natural stimulant that can increase alertness and improve focus. It is commonly found in beverages like coffee, tea, and energy drinks. Kola nuts are often used in the production of cola beverages because of their caffeine content, which provides a stimulating effect.

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  • 9. 
    What is the heigth of the cola tree - ProProfs

    What is the heigth of the cola tree

    • 50m

    • 90m

    • 20m

    • 15m

    Correct Answer
    A. 20m
  • 10. 
    The taste of Kola nut after first bite is - ProProfs

    The taste of Kola nut after first bite is

    • Sugary

    • Sweet

    • Bitter

    • Salty

    Correct Answer
    A. Sugary
    Explanation
    After the first bite of a Kola nut, the taste is sugary. This suggests that the nut has a sweet flavor.

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