Strategies For Enhancement In Food Production Question 310
Question: The fleshy mesocarp of a plant is the source of palm oil which is now in common use as an edible oil. This plant is known by the botanical name [KCET 1994; CPMT 1999]
Options:
A) Metroxylon rumphii
B) Elaeis guineensis
C) Phoenix sylvestris
D) Calamus rotung
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Palm / African oil (Elaeis guineensis) used in the manufacture of soaps, candles lubricants and fuel.