Lentils
| Property | Description |
| Appearance | Small, lens-shaped seeds |
| Texture | Hard and smooth |
| Size | 2-6 mm in diameter |
| Shape | Flat, lens-like |
| Color | Varies: brown, green, red, yellow, or black |
| Odor | Mild, earthy |
| Taste | Mild, slightly nutty |
| Moisture Content | Low (below 14%) |
| Density | Dense and solid |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, but softens when cooked |