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QWhat is the scientific name of the rice plant?

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  • A Oryza sativa ✔ ✖
  • B Zea mays ✔ ✖
  • C Triticum aestivum ✔ ✖
  • D Hordeum vulgare ✔ ✖
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The scientific name of the rice plant is Oryza sativa. Rice is a staple food for a significant portion of the world's population and is a major cereal crop. "Oryza" is derived from the Greek name for rice, and "sativa" means cultivated. There are numerous varieties of rice, each with its own unique characteristics and uses.

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