I WONDER - Why Are Some Plants Spicy?

I WONDER - Why Are Some Plants Spicy?

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Biology, Science, Chemistry

6th - 7th Grade

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Spicy peppers contain a chemical called capsian, which causes pain when consumed. This chemical helps protect the plant from being eaten by animals. Interestingly, humans have developed a taste for spicy foods and incorporate them into various dishes, but the plants remain protected in the wild.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are spicy peppers significant?

They have a unique color.

They are sweet and tasty.

They are spicy for an important reason.

They grow in cold climates.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What chemical is responsible for the spiciness in peppers?

Fructose

Glucose

Capsian

Sodium

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does capsian help the plant?

It attracts more sunlight.

It helps the plant avoid being eaten.

It increases water absorption.

It makes the plant grow faster.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do humans consume spicy foods?

They are cheaper than other foods.

They are forced to eat them.

They have developed a taste for them.

They are the only available food.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the benefit of spiciness for plants in the wild?

It makes them more nutritious.

It makes them more colorful.

It protects them from being eaten by animals.

It helps them grow taller.