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      Question

      Cyanogenic glycosides are considered toxic because they

      can release hydrogen cyanide, a highly toxic compound, when the plant tissue is damaged, crushed, or subjected to certain conditions. A cyanogenic glycoside which is present in young leaves of Sorghum is __________.
      A Gossypol Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Sinigrin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Dhurin (HCN) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      The young plant leaves of sorghum i.e. up to 35-40 DAS contain dhurin (HCN), which is poisonous for cattle if consumed.┬а

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