Multiple choice

To which family does mustard plant belong?

  1. Malvaceae

  2. Cruciferae

  3. Leguminosae

  4. Compositae
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mustard belongs to the family Cruciferae, now commonly called Brassicaceae. The name Cruciferae comes from the cross-like (cruciform) arrangement of the four flower petals. Malvaceae includes cotton, and Leguminosae includes peas and beans.

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