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ZoologyOrganisms and PopulationsAdaptationsHard2 minPYQ_2012
ZoologyHardsingle choice
Green potatoes are toxic due to
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Answer:
B
Solution:
Solanin is a glycoalkaloid poison or natural nerve toxin produced in the green part of the potato. It is a bitter poisonous crystalline alkaloid, which helps the plant to defend against predators, insects, diseases, etc. Ingestion of it may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, headache and even paralysis of central nervous system.
Stream:JIPMERSubject:ZoologyTopic:Organisms and PopulationsSubtopic:Adaptations
⏱ 2mℹ️ Source: PYQ_2012
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