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WAEC Agricultural Science 2001 Question 30

Question 30

Processing and Storage of Farm Produce

During the production of palm oil, the oil palm fruits are boiled in order to

  1. A.extract the raw oil from the epicarp
  2. B.prevent high level of oil rancidity
  3. C.ease separation of mesocarp from the endocarp
  4. D.extract oil from the kernel.
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Answer: C (ease separation of mesocarp from the endocarp)

Explanation

Boiling softens the pulp so it comes off the nut easily.