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Question
‘Litmus’, a natural dye is an extract of which of the following?
Options
China rose (Gudhal)
Beetroot
Lichen
Blue berries (Jamun)
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Solution
Lichen
Explanation:
Litmus, a natural dye used as an indicator is extracted from lichen.
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