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The process of extraction of latex from the rubber plant is known as __________.

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plucking
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curling
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tearing
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D
tapping
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Solution

The correct option is D tapping

Natural rubber is extracted by a method called tapping, by making incisions into the bark and collecting the fluid into vessels attached to the rubber trees. The liquid is a sticky, milky sap called latex, and requires a couple of steps before it will be sold as natural rubber.

Above details shows The process of extraction of latex from the rubber plant is known as tapping. Other options are not suitable. So the correct option is D.


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