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What is the significance of the name 'Neem' according to Neem Baba?
What is the significance of the name 'Neem' according to Neem Baba?
In which countries can the neem tree be found?
In which countries can the neem tree be found?
What were some of the names given to the neem tree in India?
What were some of the names given to the neem tree in India?
What do scientists refer to the neem tree as?
What do scientists refer to the neem tree as?
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Why do people consider the neem tree to be useful?
Why do people consider the neem tree to be useful?
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What did Amber’s brother use neem leaves for when he had measles?
What did Amber’s brother use neem leaves for when he had measles?
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What are some of the medicinal uses of the neem tree?
What are some of the medicinal uses of the neem tree?
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Which of these names were given by scientists to the neem tree?
Which of these names were given by scientists to the neem tree?
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What is one benefit of using neem seed powder in agriculture?
What is one benefit of using neem seed powder in agriculture?
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Which of the following is NOT a use of neem mentioned in the discussion?
Which of the following is NOT a use of neem mentioned in the discussion?
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What is a characteristic of furniture made from neem wood?
What is a characteristic of furniture made from neem wood?
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How can neem flowers be used according to the discussion?
How can neem flowers be used according to the discussion?
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What does Neem Baba suggest about the use of neem remedies?
What does Neem Baba suggest about the use of neem remedies?
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Study Notes
Neem Tree
- Neem is an old tree, born millions of years ago in North India or Myanmar
- Spread across Asia, Africa, and some parts of America
- Known by many names around the world, including Arishta, Nimba, Nimbaca (Sanskrit), Nim (Hindi), Nimb (Iran)
- Scientists call it "bitter grace of God", "nature's gift to man", "cleanliness-parting tree", "magic tree", and "the tree of the twentieth century"
Neem Uses
- Neem leaves are used to make medicines to cure diseases and fight germs
- Neem leaves provide comfort and can be used to treat measles
- Neem bark is used to cure cough and difficulty breathing
- Neem flower kajal is used to cure itchy eyes
- Neem seed powder mixed in water can be sprayed on plants to prevent locust attacks
- Neem seed powder added to stagnant water in rice fields prevents mosquito breeding and increases crop yield
- Neem seed powder can also be mixed in stored grains to prevent insect damage
- Neem oil used to make soaps and toothpaste
- Neem wood furniture is resistant to termites
- Neem purifies the air
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Discover the fascinating history and diverse uses of the Neem tree in this quiz. Learn about its origins, its various names across cultures, and how its different parts are used in medicine and agriculture. Test your knowledge on this remarkable tree known as nature's gift to man.
