Question:

Match List I with List II
List I: (A) Kamela, (B) Annatto, (C) Divi-divi, (D) Wattle
List II: (I) Caesalpinia coriaria, (II) Mallotus philippensis, (III) Acacia mollissima, (IV) Bixa orellana, (V) Terminalia chebula
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Mallotus (Kamela) and Bixa (Annatto) are two of the most important natural dyes in Indian forestry studies.
  • A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-V
  • A-V, B-III, C-IV, D-I
  • A-IV, B-II, C-V, D-I
  • A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understanding the Question:
The question asks to match common names of dyes and tannins with their scientific botanical sources.
Detailed Explanation:

Kamela: An orange-red dye obtained from the hairs/glands of the fruit of {Mallotus philippensis (II).

Annatto: A yellow-orange food coloring derived from the seeds of {Bixa orellana (IV).

Divi-divi: A high-tannin product obtained from the pods of {Caesalpinia coriaria (I).

Wattle: The bark of various Acacia species, specifically the Black Wattle ({Acacia mollissima or A. mearnsii) (III), is a global leader in tannin production.

Step 2: Final Answer:

The correct matching is: A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III.
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