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.