Question

Separation of seeds from stalk is called:

• A. Threshing
• B. Winnowing
• C. Handpicking
• D. All of These

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Threshing

The explanation for the correct option:

Option A

Threshing:

• The separation of seeds from the stalk is called threshing.
• The process of separating the seeds of paddy from its stalk is called threshing.

Therefore, option A is correct.

The explanation for the incorrect option:

Option B

Winnowing:

• It is defined as the process to separate light solid substances from heavier ones by using wind.
• This method is used to separate husks from grains.

Therefore, option B is incorrect.

Option C

Handpicking:

• It is defined as a process to separate undesirable constituents from a mixture by picking with hands.
• It is normally done to separate undesirable heavier particles such as small pebbles from wheat, rice, pulses, etc.

Therefore, option C is incorrect.