Q. Which among the given member of the family Solanaceae is a rich source of vitamin C?
✅ Correct Answer: (D)
Tomato
Explanation:
The Solanaceae family (also called the nightshade family) includes plants like tomato, potato, chili, and bell pepper.
- Among these, tomato is a rich source of Vitamin C.
- Other members of Solanaceae, such as potatoes and bell peppers, also contain Vitamin C but in lower amounts than tomatoes.
Why Not Others?
- Strawberry (A) ❌ → It belongs to the Rosaceae family.
- Gooseberry (B) ❌ → It belongs to the Phyllanthaceae family, though it is also high in Vitamin C.
- Guava (C) ❌ → It belongs to the Myrtaceae family and is one of the richest sources of Vitamin C but is not part of Solanaceae.
Conclusion:
Among the given options, Tomato (D) is the correct answer as it belongs to Solanaceae and is rich in Vitamin C.
Explanation by: Official MCQ Buddy
The Solanaceae family (also called the nightshade family) includes plants like tomato, potato, chili, and bell pepper.
- Among these, tomato is a rich source of Vitamin C.
- Other members of Solanaceae, such as potatoes and bell peppers, also contain Vitamin C but in lower amounts than tomatoes.
Why Not Others?
- Strawberry (A) ❌ → It belongs to the Rosaceae family.
- Gooseberry (B) ❌ → It belongs to the Phyllanthaceae family, though it is also high in Vitamin C.
- Guava (C) ❌ → It belongs to the Myrtaceae family and is one of the richest sources of Vitamin C but is not part of Solanaceae.
Conclusion:
Among the given options, Tomato (D) is the correct answer as it belongs to Solanaceae and is rich in Vitamin C.