Question
With reference to Neem tree, consider the following statements:
1. Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and mites.
2. Neem seeds are used in the manufacture of biofuels and hospital detergents.
3. Neem oil has applications in pharmaceutical industry.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer:
C
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Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. Neem oil is widely used as a natural pesticide to control the proliferation of certain insects and mites.
Statement 2 is incorrect. While neem seeds have various uses, including in the production of biofuels, they are not specifically used in the manufacture of hospital detergents.
Statement 3 is correct. Neem oil has applications in the pharmaceutical industry due to its medicinal properties and is used in the production of various pharmaceutical products.