Question: Flint corn is commonly grown in India is also known as:
Options:
Zea mays indentata
Zea mays indurata
Zea mays everta
Zea mays saccharata
✅ Explanation:
-Flint corn, characterized by its hard kernels with a high proportion of hard starch, is indeed commonly grown in India. Its botanical name is Zea mays indurata. The term "indurata" refers to the hardened nature of its kernels
-Flint corn, characterized by its hard kernels with a high proportion of hard starch, is indeed commonly grown in India. Its botanical name is Zea mays indurata. The term "indurata" refers to the hardened nature of its kernels
📌 Other Options Explanations:
-(a) Zea mays indentata: This refers to dent corn, another type of maize with a characteristic dent on its kernels.
-(c) Zea mays everta: This is the scientific name for popcorn, recognized by its small kernels that explode when heated
-(d) Zea mays saccharata: This refers to sweet corn, known for its high sugar content and tender kernels