What is the difference between chickpeas and gram?
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Chickpeas, known scientifically as *Cicer arietinum*, are a legume with a documented history stretching back 9,000 years, making them one of the oldest cultivated crops. While many people use 'chickpeas' and 'gram' interchangeably, the term 'gram' most often refers to specific varieties of chickpeas or the flour produced from them, especially in South Asian cuisine.
