Is groundnut an example of cereal?

No, groundnut is not an example of cereal. Cereals are grasses cultivated for their edible components, such as grains, seeds, or starchy endosperms. Examples of cereals include wheat, rice, maize (corn), barley, oats, and millet.

Groundnut, also known as peanut, belongs to the legume family (Fabaceae) and is a type of pulse. Pulses are plants that produce pods with edible seeds, including beans, lentils, chickpeas, and peanuts.

Groundnuts are classified as legumes rather than cereals due to their distinct botanical characteristics and nutritional composition. They have a higher protein content and oil content compared to cereals and are typically used for their nuts or seeds, rather than their grains.