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ATTEMPT · ENVIRONMENT · PRELIMS 2018
Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in the news?
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Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in the news?
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• Correct Answer: B
• Prosopis juliflora is an invasive alien species that outcompetes native vegetation, depletes groundwater through deep roots, and releases allelopathic toxins.
• Its introduction to combat desertification backfired, causing significant biodiversity loss.
• Wrong options are incorrect as it is not used in cosmetics or pesticide synthesis.
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