In India, cluster bean (Guar) is traditionally used as a vegetable or animal feed, but recently the cultivation of this has assumed significance. Which one of the following statements is
correct in this context ?
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UPSC CSP Previous Year Paper (2014)
The oil extracted from seeds is used in the manufacture of biodegradable plastics.
Incorrect AnswerThe gum made from its seeds is used in the extraction of shale gas
Correct AnswerThe leaf extract of this plant has the properties of anti-histamines.
Incorrect AnswerIt is a source of high quality biodiesel.
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
Guar gum, which is used in fracking, a method of extracting shale gas that involves pumping pressurised gas into the ground. Guar gum is derived from a crop called guar. India is the world’s largest producer of guar.
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