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Major food crops of the world belong to
Major food crops of the world belong to
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The correct option is B Gramineae
Major food crops of the world belong to the family Gramineae or Poaceae. The cereal crops (family Poaceae or Gramineae) dominate world food production. A cereal is generally defined as a grass grown for its small, edible seed. All cereals are angiosperms, monocots, and members of the grass family Gramineae. Maize (corn), rice (paddy), wheat, barley and sorghum are some common cereals belonging to this family. Therefore, the correct answer is option B.
Major food crops of the world belong to the family Gramineae or Poaceae. The cereal crops (family Poaceae or Gramineae) dominate world food production. A cereal is generally defined as a grass grown for its small, edible seed. All cereals are angiosperms, monocots, and members of the grass family Gramineae. Maize (corn), rice (paddy), wheat, barley and sorghum are some common cereals belonging to this family.
Therefore, the correct answer is option B.
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