Question

Which of the following seeds are used as spices?
A. Cumin
B. Mustard
C. Fenugreek
D. All of the above

Answer 1

Hint: The primary purpose of the seeds is to help in the production of food. When used as spices, they help in adding taste and nutrition to the food. These are also in garnishing the cooked food.

Complete Answer:
- Spices are the flowers, seeds, buds, fruits, roots and bark of plants. These are more strong flavour than herbs. Sometimes a plant can provide both an herb and a spice. Other seasonings are made from a mixer of spices, such as chili powder, or a mix of herbs, such as bouquet garni.
- Spices are considered to be the root, stem, leaves or seed of a plant that is mainly used for the flavoring of food in different manner in different areas and have some medicinal values as well. Some examples of spices are cumin, mustard, fenugreek, clove, black pepper etc.

Thus, the correct option is D. i.e. All of the above.

Note: Spices are primarily used as food flavoring. They are also utilized to fragrance cosmetics and incense. But sometimes, many spices have been used for medicinal purposes as they have some medicinal characteristics. Eventually, since they are costly, few, and exotic commodities, their regular use have often been a sign of social class and wealth.