Microbes In Human Welfare Question 51

Question: Meliantiol and salanin bioinsecticides have been extracted from:

Options:

A) Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium

B) Derris elliptica

C) Azadirichta indica

D) Eichhornia

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Bioinsecticides are insecticidal microorganisms or natural toxins.

Salamin is an organic pesticide extracted from neem leaves and seeds. Azadirachta indica is known as neem tree which is native of the Indian subcontinent. It is a natural insecticide. Neem seed powder is used as sprays on crops. It acts as repellent and egg laying deterrent for insects.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.