Question

    Bitter taste of the jute leaf is due to the presence of

    which compound?
    A Curcumin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Corchorin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Quinine Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Terpine Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    • Corchorin • Jute belongs to family Tiliaceae • Corchorin also known as tita pat is bitter tasting compound found in leaves of jute.It is found in Corchorous  capsularis  (White Jute), Planted in Feb/March • C. olitorius (yellow jute): Leaves are tasteless hence named Mitha pat, Planted in April/May.

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