Single Choice

Seeds which are used as Jeweller's weight ______________.

AXanthium
BAbrus precatorius
Correct Answer
CCalotropis
DThespasia

Solution

Abrus precatorius seeds were used as Jeweller's weight. This is because, the seeds of this plant have very consistent weight approximately 105 mg
So, the correct answer is 'Abrus precatorius'

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