Question

which statement accurately describes solanine in potatoes?
a. most of a potato’s solanine is found in the sprouts and the green layer below the skin.
b. solanine poisoning is common in the southern part of the united states.
c. solanine is destroyed by frying.
d. symptoms of solanine poisoning include mouth sores.

Explanation:

To determine the accurate statement about solanine in potatoes:

• Option a: Solanine in potatoes is predominantly in sprouts and the green (and skin) parts, so stating "most" in sprouts/green layer below skin aligns with scientific knowledge.
• Option b: Solanine poisoning is not geographically limited to the southern US; it’s a general concern with green/preserved potatoes, so b is incorrect.
• Option c: Frying does not destroy solanine (needs high temps like boiling or baking at high temp, but frying’s temp may not suffice), so c is incorrect.
• Option d: Solanine poisoning symptoms are more like nausea, vomiting, not mouth sores (mouth sores are not a typical symptom), so d is incorrect.

Answer:

a. Most of a potato’s solanine is found in the sprouts and the green layer below the skin.