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NEET 2010
Exam
NEET
Year
2010
Subject
Zoology
Chapter
Biotechnology and Its Applications

NEET 2010 · Zoology · Biotechnology and Its Applications

The genetically-modified (GM) brinjal in India has been developed...

The genetically-modified (GM) brinjal in India has been developed for

Options

  1. Ainsect-resistance
  2. Benhancing self life
  3. Cenhancing mineral content
  4. Ddrought-resistance

Correct answer

A. insect-resistance

Step-by-step solution

The genetically modified brinjal or BtB t brinjal has the same Cry LAC gene from Bacillus thuringiensis as cotton. The gene is supposed to make the plant tolerant to the shoot and fruit borer insect, which attacks it throughout its life cycle.
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