JIPMER Jipmer Medical Solved Paper-2010

  • question_answer
    Chicory powder which is mixed with coffee powder is obtained from

    A)  root     

    B)                         leaf

    C)  stem                    

    D)         seeds

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Chicory powder is a flavouring material, which is mixed with coffee powder (from seeds of Coffee arabica). It is obtained from roots of Cichorium intybus of family-Compositae. Tea is dried leaves of Thea sinensis (family Theaceae). Ephedrine is obtained from stem of Ephedra gerardiana. It is useful against asthma and as cardiac stimulant.


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