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UPSC Prelims 1991 · World Geography · Countries, Rivers and Resources
Angora wool is obtained from a breed of ______.
- (a) Rabbit
- (b) Sheep
- (c) Goat
- (d) Fox
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: (a) Rabbit
Angora wool comes from the Angora rabbit.
Why the others are wrong
(b) Sheep give ordinary wool (merino).
(c) The Angora GOAT gives mohair, not angora.
(d) Fox fur is not wool.
The trap
Angora goat → mohair; Angora rabbit → angora.
🔒 Pashmina: Changthangi goat · Mohair: Angora goat · Angora: rabbit.
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