Strategies For Enhancement In Food Production Question 304

Question: Ricinus communis, which yields castor oil, belongs to the family [BHU 1986; CET Pune 1998]

Options:

A) Meliaceae

B) Pedaliaceae

C) Cruciferae

D) Euphorbiaceae

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Arandi / Castor (Ricinus communis; family - Euphorbiaceae) oil obtained from seed.

Oil used as a cathartic, lubricant and for illumination.