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Oil found in groundnut accumulates in
Oil found in groundnut accumulates in
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The correct option is B Cotyledons
Arachis hypogaea, commonly known as groundnut or peanut is a
legume crop which is grown mainly for its edible seeds and oil
present in the seeds i.e in cotyledons. It belongs to family
Fabaceae. In groundnut, the cotyledons are the source of food and
oil. Peanut oil is often used in cooking. Due to its monounsaturated
content, it is considered more healthful than saturated oils and it
is resistant to rancidity. So,
the correct answer is 'Cotyledons'.
Arachis hypogaea, commonly known as groundnut or peanut is a legume crop which is grown mainly for its edible seeds and oil present in the seeds i.e in cotyledons. It belongs to family Fabaceae. In groundnut, the cotyledons are the source of food and oil. Peanut oil is often used in cooking. Due to its monounsaturated content, it is considered more healthful than saturated oils and it is resistant to rancidity. So, the correct answer is 'Cotyledons'.
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