GK QUESTION#3435
Match the chemical compounds in List I with their characteristic spice sources in List II.
Read each row across both columns.
| List I (Chemical compound) | List II (Spice) |
|---|---|
| A. Curcuminoids | 1. Cardamom |
| B. 1,8-cineole | 2. Black pepper |
| C. Eugenol | 3. Turmeric |
| D. Piperine | 4. Cloves |
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Answer
B. A - 3, B - 1, C - 4, D - 2
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Explanation
The matches are A–3, B–1, C–4 and D–2. Turmeric contains curcuminoid pigments; cardamom oil contains 1,8-cineole; clove oil is rich in eugenol; and black pepper contains piperine. These are characteristic associations, not claims that each compound occurs in only one plant.