Principle Of Inheritance And Variation Question 60
Question: Which one of the following is a correct statement [AIIMS 2005]
Options:
A) “Bt” in “Bt-cotton” indicates that it is a genetically modified organism produced through biotechnology
B) Somatic hybridization involves fusion of two complete plant cells carrying desired genes
C) The anticoagulant hirudin is being produced from transgenic Brassica napus seeds
D) “Flavr Savr” variety of tomato has enhanced the production of ethylene which improves its taste
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Insecticide producing gene of Bacillus thuringiensis has been transferred to cotton and other plants like corn, rice.
It has helped the cotton growing farmers to some crore of rupees required for protection against boll worm infestation.
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