Chilli is

A

Solanum melongena

B

Atropa acuminata

C

Capsicum annuum

D

Physalis peruviana.

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To determine the correct scientific name for "chilli," we will analyze the given options step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Options**: We have four options to consider: - A) Solanum melangina - B) Atropa acuminata - C) Capsicum annum - D) Physalis peruviana 2. **Evaluate Option A: Solanum melangina**: - This is the scientific name for brinjal (eggplant), not chilli. - **Conclusion**: This option is incorrect. 3. **Evaluate Option B: Atropa acuminata**: - This plant is commonly known as Indian belladonna. It is not related to chilli. - **Conclusion**: This option is incorrect. 4. **Evaluate Option C: Capsicum annum**: - This is the scientific name for the common chilli pepper, also referred to as Indian chilli. - **Conclusion**: This option is correct. 5. **Evaluate Option D: Physalis peruviana**: - This plant is known as Cape gooseberry or golden berry, which is not related to chilli. - **Conclusion**: This option is incorrect. ### Final Answer: The correct scientific name for chilli is **Capsicum annum**. ---
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