Question

Why do scientists leave peanuts out of the true nut category?how do you know

Answer 1

Peanuts aren't actually a true nut

Explanation:

1. they're a legume (in the same family as peas and lentils).
2. For this reason, people who are allergic to peanuts can also be allergic to tree nuts, such as almonds, Brazil nuts, walnuts, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, pistachios, pecans, and cashews.