Which plant fiber is botanically known as 'Surface Fiber' because it is derived from the seed coat?
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Correct answer: Cotton
Cotton (Gossypium spp.) fibers are unicellular hairs that grow out from the seed coat (testa). Unlike jute or flax, which are bast fibers from the stem, cotton is classified as a surface fiber.
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