Strategies For Enhancement In Food Production Question 284

Question: Which of the following is generally used for induced mutagenesis in crop plants [CBSE PMT 2005]

Options:

A) X-rays

B) UV (260 nm)

C) Gamma rays (from cobalt 60)

D) Alpha particles

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Gamma rays (from cobalt 60) is generally used for induced mutation in crops plants.