One of the plants introduced from old world to the new world is
A
Sweet potato
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B
Corn
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C
Potato
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D
Rice
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Solution
The correct option is D Rice Correct answer- (D) Rice
New
world refers to the western hemisphere specifically America. Old world refers
to the eastern hemisphere such as Asia, Europe, Africa, etc. Rice is one of the
plants introduced from old world to the new world. It was introduced to new
world by early European settlers. It was included in staple diet in old world.
It was first cultivated in China. Rice was taken into many parts because of its
versatility. It can be grown in plains as well as in deserts.