Question

    Which of the following is known as Egyptian cotton?

    A Gossypium hirsutum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Gossypium herbaceum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Gossypium arboreum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Gossypium barbadense Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Gossypium barbadense is a species of cotton grown for its extra-long staple fibers (ELS) and is also known as Egyptian cotton and Sea Island cotton.

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