Question

Which of the following is not a fibre-yielding crop?

• A. Cotton
• B. Teak
• C. Hemp
• D. Jute

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Teak

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Teak is a tropical, hardwood tree species.
2. It is a large, hardwood tree that occurs in mixed forests.
3. It is used for making furniture because of its durable wood with high tensile strength.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

Cotton is a fibre-yielding crop used for making high-quality fabrics.

Option C:

Hemp is a plant from the canabis family which is used to make hemp fibre.

Option D:

Jute is also used for making fabric that is used for making tarts and bags, etc.

Final answer: Teak is not a fibre-yielding crop.