Question: Maize belongs to the family: (NSCL 2021)
Options:
Poaceae
Brassicaceae
Asteraceae
Fabaceae
✅Explanation:
-Poaceae Family: The Poaceae family (also known as Gramineae) is the grass family.
-Maize as a Grass: Maize (corn) shares these characteristics and is a prominent member of the Poaceae family.
-Poaceae Family: The Poaceae family (also known as Gramineae) is the grass family.
-Maize as a Grass: Maize (corn) shares these characteristics and is a prominent member of the Poaceae family.
📌 Other Options Explanations:
-Brassicaceae: The mustard family (cabbage, broccoli, etc.).
-Asteraceae: The sunflower family (sunflowers, daisies, etc.).
-Fabaceae: The legume family (beans, peas, lentils, etc.).