What is mustard?
Q: What is mustard?
A: Mustard is a condiment made from the tiny seeds of plants belonging to the genera Brassica or Sinapis.
Q: How is mustard oil made?
A: Mustard oil is made by pressing the seeds of certain kinds of mustard plants.
Q: What other plants are in the genus Brassica?
A: The genus Brassica also includes cabbages, cauliflower, rapeseed and turnips.
Q: Is there any connection between mustard and mustard gas?
A: No, there is no connection between mustard and mustard gas; they are completely unrelated.
Q: What kind of research has been done on mustards recently?
A: Recently there has been research into varieties of mustards that have a high oil content for use in the production of biodiesel, a renewable liquid fuel similar to diesel fuel.
Q: Are edible leaves produced by some kinds of mustard plants?
A: Yes, some kinds of mustard plants produce edible leaves known as mustard greens.
Q: What benefits can be derived from using leftover meal after pressing out the oil from mustards?
A: The leftover meal after pressing out the oil has been found to be an effective pesticide.
