Turnip

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is Turnip known for?Dietary fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, potassium
2. What is the botanical classification?Brassica rapa subsp. rapa, a subspecies of Brassica rapa
3. What is the geographical origin?Likely domesticated in Europe and Asia
4. Why do people grow turnips?Turnips are hardy and can be stored for long periods, so farmers use them to feed animals in winter and to keep food for times when other crops are scarce.
5. What vitamins and minerals are in a turnip?Turnips are rich in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and potassium, which help digestion, immunity, and bone health.

Domestication: The process by which wild plants or animals are selectively bred by humans over generations to be more useful or palatable.
Crop Rotation: The practice of growing different types of crops in the same area in a sequential manner to improve soil health and reduce pest issues.
Heirloom Varieties: Plant varieties that have been passed down through generations, typically open-pollinated and with a history of at least 50 years.