Question

    Which one of the following primitive type of corn has less economic importance?

    A Soft corn Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Waxy corn Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Pod corn Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Flint corn Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Pod corn, also known as "tunicate maize" or "wild maize," is a unique variety of maize (corn) characterized by its distinctive husks that enclose individual kernels. Unlike typical maize varieties, which have kernels exposed on a cob, pod corn has each kernel enclosed within a separate husk or "pod." While pod corn is not widely grown for commercial purposes, it is sometimes used in research and breeding programs to study certain genetic traits and to develop new maize varieties.

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