Question

Which of the followings belong to Poaceae family?
(A) Pearl millet, Rice and Wheat
(B) Foxtail, Barley and Sorghum
(C) Horsegram and Chia seeds
(D) Cotton and Okra
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• (A) and (B) only
• (B) and (C) only
• (C) and (D) only
• (B) and (D) only

Hint:

Poaceae is the 5th largest plant family, providing staple foods for humans and livestock worldwide.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Horsegram (Fabaceae) and Chia (Lamiaceae) are not grasses, so option (C) is false.
Step 2: Cotton and Okra belong to Malvaceae, so option (D) is also false.
Step 3: Pearl millet, Rice, Wheat, Foxtail, Barley and Sorghum are all true members of Poaceae.
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