AMU Medical AMU Solved Paper-1995

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    Which one of the following plants is used in paint and varnish industry?

    A)  Abies            

    B)  Cedrus deodara

    C)  Pinus roxburghii  

    D)  Pinus gerardiana.

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    : Pinus roxburghii (Chir pine) is native to the temperate himalayas. Pine wood is the source of an oleo resin which yields turpentine oil. The oil is used as a solvent for paints and varnishes, in pharmaceutical preparations and perfumery, and in the manufacture of disinfectants, insecticides and denaturants. It is expectorant and useful in chronic bronchitis.


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