Tag: Fruit weight comparison

According to USDA data, a medium apple weighs significantly more than a medium banana. This might come as a surprise to many, as the age-old question of 'which is heavier, apple or banana?' is often met with the humorous, if misleading, answer of 'a kilogram of each weigh the same'. Beyond the riddle, the real-world weight difference is nuanced, depending on size, variety, and ripeness.

According to USDA data, a medium-sized pomegranate typically weighs around 282 grams (or nearly 10 ounces). However, there's significant variation, and factors like variety, climate, and farming practices play a crucial role in determining exactly what does one pomegranate weigh.