Plant-Kingdom Question 704
Question: Canada balsam is obtained from:
Options:
A) Pinus wallichiana
B) Abies balsamea
C) Gnetum gnemon
D) Ephedra vulgaris
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
[b] Canada balsam is a resin obtained from Abies balsamea.
The liquid is viscous, yellowish and greenish in colour.
The principal use of Canada balsam is for mounting microscopic slides and as a cement for optical lenses.
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