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Naturally occurring toxin of which oil protect it from insect by giving it yellow colour.

Correct answer: A. Cotton seed oil

  • A. Cotton seed oil
  • B. Pea oil
  • C. Coconut oil
  • D. All of these

Explanation

Crude cottonseed oil contains a naturally occurring polyphenol toxin called gossypol. This compound, which gives the unrefined oil its characteristic yellow color, acts as a natural insecticide, protecting the cotton plant from pests.

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