Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Taxol, a chemical compound is extracted from the ______.

• A. Himalayan oak
• B. Himalayan Yew
• C. Eucalyptus
• D. Himalayan fir

Answer 1

The correct option is B Himalayan Yew

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The Himalayan Yew or Taxus wallichiana is a medicinal plant. This plant has a chemical compound called taxol. It can be extracted from the barks, needles, twigs, and roots of this tree. This chemical has been useful in treating cancers.