Asked by Jayesh Reesaul on Apr 28, 2024
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Which of the following is believed to be the earliest plant domesticate in Southeast Asia?
A) tea
B) rice
C) sugar cane
D) oats
Plant Domesticate
A plant species that has been genetically modified over time through human cultivation and agricultural practices.
Southeast Asia
A geographical region in Asia, located south of China and east of India, known for its diverse cultures, languages, and histories.
Rice
A staple food grain known scientifically as Oryza sativa (Asian rice) or Oryza glaberrima (African rice), cultivated in a variety of environments.
- Recognize the various species of plants and animals that were domesticated by ancient human societies.
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Melanie WatersMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Rice is believed to be the earliest plant domesticate in Southeast Asia, specifically in the region of the Yangtze River Valley in China around 10,000 years ago. Tea was also domesticated in China but at a later time period. Sugar cane and oats were not domesticated in Southeast Asia.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the various species of plants and animals that were domesticated by ancient human societies.