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Which of the following is not a characteristic feature of Eri silk?(a) Also known as Arundi silk(b) Produced in Bengal, Bihar and Assam(c) Cocoons are soft and white(d) Larva feeds on oak leavesThe question was asked by my school principal while I was bunking the class.My question is based upon Food Production Strategies topic in portion Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production of Biology – Class 12

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The correct OPTION is (d) Larva FEEDS on oak leaves

To EXPLAIN: Eri or ARUNDI silk is produced by the larva of Philosamia ricini and is made in Bengal, Bihar and Assam. The eri silkworms feed on castor leaves and are REARED indoors. The cocoons are soft and white or yellowish.



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