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Turpentine is obtained from
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- Angiospermous wood
- Pteridophytes
- Gymnospermous wood
- Ferns
Correct Option: C
Turpentine is extracted from the wood (xylem) of Pinus (Gymnosperm).
Turpentine is a f luid obtained by the complex distillation of resin obtained from trees, mainly various species of pine (Pinus). It is composed of terpenes, mainly the monoterpenes alpha-pinene and beta-pinene.
Turpentine oil is obtained by boiling resin at 155 degrees Celsius in large tubs. It has a potent odor that is similar to that of nail polish remover.