Definition and Classification of Tuber Crops

CLASS:

Basic 3

SUBJECT:

Agricultural Science

TOPIC:

Definition and Classification of Tuber Crops

CONTENT:

Tuber crops are crops with swollen underground stems and roots. They store carbohydrates in their tubers.

They are majorly a source of food known as Carbohydrates.

Examples of tuber crops are:

• Yam

• Cassava

• Cocoyam

• Carrot

• Potato etc.

Classification of Tuber Crops

Tuber Crops are classified into two groups. They are;

(i) Stem tubers: These are plants that produce their tubers from stem. E.g yam, Irish potato etc.

(ii) Root tubers: These have roots which swell greatly and become tuberous. E.g cassava, sweet potato, and carrot.

EVALUATION:

1. What are tuber crops ?

1. Tuber Crops are major source of _____________.

1. State five examples of tuber crops.

1. Tuber Crops are classified into how many ? ___.

1. List the two classes of tuber crops______________ and ____________________.

1. Which of the six classes of food is stored in tuber crops ? _______________________.