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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. 

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