Multiple Choice Questions

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Chicory powder which is mixed with coffee powder is obtained from

  • root

  • leaf

  • stem

  • seeds


A.

root

Chicory powder is a flavouring material, whichis mixed with coffee powder. It is obtained from roots of Cichorium intybus of family- Compoistae.

Tea is dried levaes of Thea sinenis.

Ephedrine is obtained from stem of Ephedra gerardiana. It is useful against asthma and as cardiac stimulant.


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Stem cuttings are commonly used for the proprogation of

  • banana

  • rose

  • mango

  • cotton


Clinging roots are found in

  • orchids

  • Trapa

  • Podostemon

  • screwpine


Edible part in 'sorosis', a composite fruit, is

  • cotyledons

  • endosperm

  • perianth and peduncle

  • fleshy thalamus


Botanical name of 'chana' is

  • Cicer arietinum

  • Phaseolus aureus

  • Lablab purpureus

  • Dolichos


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Pappus is modified

  • calyx

  • corolla

  • bracts

  • gynoecium


Trimerous flower, superior ovary and axile placentation is characteristics of

  • Liliaceae

  • Cucurbitaceae

  • Solanaceae

  • Compositae


An obligate root parasite is

  • Rafflesia

  • Loranthus

  • Viscum

  • Striga


Which of the following is a true nut?

  • Walnut

  • Cashewnut

  • Groundnut

  • Pistachio


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Lady finger belongs to family

  • Malvaceae

  • Cucurbitaceae

  • Liliaceae

  • Brassiaceae


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