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June 16, 1895
The Norfolk Virginian
Norfolk, Virginia
What is this article about?
Explanation of russet coloration on apples due to variable weather in July and August, contrasting with constant rain effects, and the origin of the apple's name from shepherds' clothing color.
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How the Russet on Apples Is Caused.
Russet on apples is caused by the alternating temperature—light, shade, dryness and moisture, which follow one another in varying succession on showery days in July and August. The same result is not observable when there has been a constant or continual rain, succeeding to and followed by a cloudy sky, but the sudden intense light which generally follows a shower injures the wet skin of the fruit and occasions small cracks like the network upon a melon.
The apple obtained its name from the russet color of the shepherd's holiday clothing, a species of dingy brown.
Russet on apples is caused by the alternating temperature—light, shade, dryness and moisture, which follow one another in varying succession on showery days in July and August. The same result is not observable when there has been a constant or continual rain, succeeding to and followed by a cloudy sky, but the sudden intense light which generally follows a shower injures the wet skin of the fruit and occasions small cracks like the network upon a melon.
The apple obtained its name from the russet color of the shepherd's holiday clothing, a species of dingy brown.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
What themes does it cover?
Nature
What keywords are associated?
Russet Apples
Weather Effects
Apple Etymology
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Event Date
July And August
Story Details
Russet on apples results from alternating light, shade, dryness, and moisture on showery days in July and August; constant rain does not cause it, but sudden light after showers creates cracks. The name derives from the russet color of shepherds' holiday clothing, a dingy brown.