Pumpkins

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What does the word 'pumpkin' originate from?

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The word 'pumpkin' comes from the Greek 'pepon' (πέπων) meaning 'large melon', referring to something round and large.

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What colors can pumpkins be?

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Pumpkins can be orange, red, white, and almost any color, even pink.

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What type of flowers do pumpkins produce?

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Pumpkins produce both male and female flowers.

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How are pumpkin flowers typically fertilized?

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Pumpkin flowers are usually fertilized by bees.

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How many pairs of chromosomes does a pumpkin have?

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Pumpkins have 20 pairs of chromosomes.

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What is the record weight for the world's heaviest pumpkin?

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The record for the world's heaviest pumpkin is 1,190.5 kg (2,624.6 lb).

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What is the scientific classification of pumpkins?

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Pumpkins belong to the species Cucurbita pepo.

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What family do pumpkins belong to?

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Pumpkins belong to the Cucurbitaceae family.

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What is a common use for pumpkins in cooking?

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Pumpkins are commonly used to make pumpkin pie.

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What nutrients are pumpkins rich in?

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Pumpkins are rich in vitamins A, C, and E, as well as fiber.