The centre of origin of sunflower is__________?

Correct answer: D. North America

  • A. East Asia
  • B. South America
  • C. West Africa
  • D. North America

Explanation

Cultivated sunflower originated in North America, where it was domesticated from wild sunflower populations. East Asia and South America are centres associated with other important crop origins, not sunflower.

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