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  • Which of the following is the botanical name of common or bread wheat?

    Question: Which of the following is the botanical name of common or bread wheat?

    Options:

    Triticum aestivum
    T. vulgare
    T. speltoides
    T. turgidum

    ✅Explanation:The botanical name of common or bread wheat is Triticum aestivum. It is the most widely cultivated wheat species, accounting for around 95% of all wheat grown worldwide.

    📌Other Options and Explanations:
    -T. vulgare: This is an older synonym for Triticum aestivum and is sometimes still used interchangeably. However, Triticum aestivum is the more accepted and widely used name in the scientific community.
    -T. speltoides: This species is known as spelt wheat. It is a close relative of bread wheat but has a different genetic makeup and is not as widely cultivated.
    -T. turgidum: This species is known as durum wheat. It is another close relative of bread wheat but has a different texture and is used primarily for making pasta and other semolina products.

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