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    What is the scientific name of Turmeric?
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    What is the scientific name of Turmeric?

    A.

    Zingiber officinale

    B.

    Curcuma longa

    C.

    Elettaria cardamomum

    D.

    Cinnamomum verum

    Correct option is B


    The scientific name of Turmeric is Curcuma longa.
    It belongs to the Zingiberaceae family.
    Turmeric is primarily cultivated for its rhizomes, which are widely used as a spice, medicine, and dye.
    It is a tropical crop grown in states like Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu.

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