Quiz: Do You remember Where These Hot Peppers Rank On The Scoville Heat Scale?

by counseloraim

Are you a fan of spicy food? Do you think you can handle the heat of the hottest peppers in the world? Test your knowledge of the Scoville Heat Scale with this quiz and see if you can remember where these hot peppers rank.

The Scoville Heat Scale is a measurement of the spicy heat of chili peppers. It was created by American pharmacist Wilbur Scoville in 1912 and is still used today to measure the heat of peppers. The scale ranges from 0 (no heat) to over 2 million (extremely hot).

In this quiz, you will be shown pictures of different hot peppers and asked to select where they rank on the Scoville Heat Scale. Some of the peppers you may recognize, while others may be new to you. But don't worry, we'll give you some hints along the way to help you out.

So, are you ready to put your knowledge of hot peppers to the test? Take this quiz and see if you can remember where these hot peppers rank on the Scoville Heat Scale!

What is the Scoville Heat Scale?

The Scoville Heat Scale is a measurement of the spicy heat of chili peppers or other spicy foods. It was developed by American pharmacist Wilbur Scoville in 1912 and is based on the amount of capsaicin, the chemical compound responsible for the heat, in a pepper.

Where do these hot peppers rank on the Scoville Heat Scale?

These hot peppers rank very high on the Scoville Heat Scale. Depending on the specific type of pepper, they can range from 100,000 to over 2 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU). For comparison, a jalapeño pepper typically ranges from 2,500 to 8,000 SHU.

What are some of the hottest peppers on the Scoville Heat Scale?

Some of the hottest peppers on the Scoville Heat Scale include the Carolina Reaper, Trinidad Moruga Scorpion, and the Ghost Pepper. These peppers can range from 1.5 million to over 2 million SHU, making them extremely spicy and not recommended for those with a low tolerance for heat.