Pyrethrin used in mosquito coil is obtained from A. A seed plant B. An insect C. A bacterium D. A fungus

A seed plant
An insect
A bacterium
A fungus

The correct answer is: B. An insect.

Pyrethrins are a group of natural insecticides found in the chrysanthemum flower. They are effective against a wide range of insects, including mosquitoes, flies, and fleas.

Pyrethrins are considered to be relatively safe for humans and other animals, but they can be toxic to fish and other aquatic life.

Pyrethrins are often used in mosquito coils, which are a type of insect repellent that is burned to release the insecticide into the air. Mosquito coils are a popular way to prevent mosquito bites in many parts of the world.

The other options are incorrect.

  • Option A: Seed plants do not produce pyrethrins.
  • Option C: Bacteria do not produce pyrethrins.
  • Option D: Fungi do not produce pyrethrins.
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