The chromosome number of Sesamum indicum (Sesamum) is

A. 14

B. 20

C. 22

D. 26

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The chromosome number of the Sesamum indicum is 26. It is diploid. (2n = 26) and this was first reported by Moringa al. The somatic chromosome numbers of 13 species in the genus sesamum. Genetic diversity in sesame as in other crops has been reduced during domestication and breeding.
Sesame is also known as the queen of oils and belongs to the family Pedaliaceae.