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Which word is common in the botanical names of trees like Ashoka, Tamarind or Coral? |
A. | Terminalia |
B. | Salmi |
C. | Indica |
D. | Acacia |
Answer» C. Indica | |
Explanation: Tamarind tree (Tamarindus indica), Ashoka tree (Saraca Indica), Indian Coral tree (Erythrina Indica) have 'Indica' common in their botanical names. In biology/taxonomy, if a species originates in India, its scientific name sometimes includes "Indica". |
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