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[#746] Pink colour in skin of the radish root is due to
Correct Answer

(A) Anthocyanin

Explanation

Solution: The pink colour in the skin of the radish root is due to Anthocyanin. Root skin colour is one of the economically important traits in radish (Raphanus sativus), and the pigmentation in red skin varieties is largely attributable to anthocyanin accumulation . Pelargonidin was found as a major anthocyanin pigment accumulated in the sub-epidermal layer of red radish roots.

[#747] Head Quarter of World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is located in . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer

(A) Geneva, Switzerland

Explanation

Solution: Head Quarter of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is located in Geneva, Switzerland . WIPO was established by the WIPO Convention in 1967 with a mandate from its Member States to promote the protection of IP throughout the world through cooperation among states and in collaboration with other international organizations. Its headquarters are in Geneva & Switzerland.

[#748] Multivitamin packed leafy vegetable is
Correct Answer

(D) Chekkurmanis

Explanation

Solution: The multivitamin packed leafy vegetable is Chekkurmanis. The leaves of chekurmanis are highly nutritious, being a very rich source of β-carotene, vitamin E, vitamin C, thiamine, riboflavin, calcium, iron, zinc and protein. Thus, chekurmanis is an unusual green leafy vegetable having a maximum number of nutrients. Chekurmanis (Sauropus androgynus) belonging to Euphorbiaceae, is a small perennial shruby leafy vegetable becoming popular especially in south India because of its high nutritive value.

[#749] Seedlessness in lemon (Citrus lemon) is due to
Correct Answer

(A) Self incompatibility

Explanation

Solution: Seedlessness in lemon (Citrus lemon) is due to Self-incompatibility . Emasculated unpollinated flowers also developed into seedless fruits, indicating that seedlessness contributes to parthenocarpy. However, gametophytic self-incompatibility has a major role in seedlessness in lemons by blocking fertilization at the bottom of the stigma. After self-pollination, however, ovules began to abort at 2 weeks post-pollination, with ovules disappearing at 5 weeks, ultimately producing seedless fruits.

[#750] Best grade of cashewnut is
Correct Answer

(D) W-180

Explanation

Solution: The best grade of cashew nut is W-180 . W-180, is the 'King of Cashew' They are larger and very expensive. W-180 Cashew Nuts are different from the other varieties of nuts available in the market. The name W180 has its significance. This type of cashew name contains two parts W and 180 where "W" stands for "White Whole" and "180" represents the amount of kernel in 1 pound (Lb) of cashew. W-180 has a delicious taste and is full of goodness. These cashews are known for their taste and healthy properties. The main advantage of consuming these cashews is that they do not contain much cholesterol.