Mineral Nutrition In Plants Question 84
Question: Sinigrin pungent principle of mustard is due to [BHU 1989]
Options:
A) Alkyloids containing cyanide radicle
B) Glycoside containing sulphur
C) Glycoside containing amino group
D) Tannins containing nitrogen
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Sinigrin pungent principle : In mustard oil, the pungent smell is due to sulphur derivated glycosides.