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Itching causing ______ crystals are found in colocasia leaves.

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calcium carbonate
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calcium oxalate
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calcium sulphate
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calcium chloride
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Solution

The correct option is A calcium oxalate
Itching causing calcium oxalate crystals are found in colocasia leaves. Some varieties of raw or uncooked taro contain tiny crystals of a substance called calcium oxalate which causes itching. If taro is properly cooked, itching can be avoided.

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