Q191 / 200 · NEET 2007 · Zoology

Which one of the following is being utilized as a source of biodiesel in the Indian countryside?

  • A
    beetroot
  • B
    sugarcane
  • Correct answer
    C
    Pongamia
  • D
    Euphorbia.

Solution

Pongamia pinnataor pongam, karanja is one of the few nitrogen fixing trees (NFTS) to produceseeds containing $30-40 \%$ oil. It is often planted as an ornamental and shade tree but now-a-days it is considered as alternative source for Bio- Diesel. Related Theory Pongamia, jatropa, Euphorbia are petrocrops. However, in the Indian countryside, Pongamia is being utilized as a source of biodiesel.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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