Question

Which statement is correct with reference to Pinus?

• A. It is of much economic value.
• B. It is cosmopolitan in distribution.
• C. If grows in deserts and exhibits xerophytic character.
• D. If form deciduous trees in temperate region.

Answer 1

The correct option is A It is of much economic value.

Seeds of Pinus gerardiana (chilgoza) and of P. educlis are edible. Pinus species provide a cheap source of cellulose and wood of high commercial value. Amber is obtained from Pinus succinifera fossils. Resin, turpentine, wood gas and wood alcohol are obtained from Pinus wood.