Oranges

Lupee GongoraMs.Reed

Physical Science Period 5Spring 2010

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What?• The orange is a hybrid between pomelo and mandarin.

• Many varieties of bitter oranges are used for their essential oil, which is used in perfume and as a flavoring

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Where

• Oranges originated from Slovakia.

• Oranges are grown all around the Mediterranean area,

and places with similar temperature.

• The best Florida oranges are grown in Indian River County.

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When

• Oranges can be grown all year around, outdoors in warmer climates, and indoors in cooler climates

• You harvest oranges when there are many on the tree or if you pick one and it tastes sweet.

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Why

• The orange is round because the seed is formed in a round shape.

• Oranges become dry when the soil is not moist enough or there is a drought.

• Oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C.

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How

• Oranges can last up to 2 weeks when stored at room temperature.

• Oranges last up to 6 to 8 weeks in a refrigerator

• You grow and orange by planting a store bought orange seed and placing it ½ inches under the potting soil.

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Bibliography

• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orange_(fruit)

• http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=37

• http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_country_did_the_orange_originate_in

• http://www.blurtit.com/q5088767.html

• http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Where_are_oranges_grown_in_florida

• http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_long_do_oranges_stay_good_in_the_refrigerator

• http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Why_are_oranges_round

• http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/load/swest/msg0120323229425.html

• http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/load/citrus/msg022246387824.html?3

• http://www.ehow.com/how_2079932_grow-orange-tree-from-seed.html

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