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2010 · Q54
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Biotechnology and Its Applications question

2010 · Q54

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Some of the characteristics of Bt cotton are –
  1. A
    High yield and production of toxic protein crystals which kill dipteran pests
  2. B
    High yield and resistance to bollworms
  3. C
    Long fibre and resistance to aphids
  4. D
    Medium yield, long fibre and resistance to beetle pests
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Correct answer: B

Bt toxin genes were isolated from Bacillus thuringiensis and incorporated into cotton plant. The genetically modified crop is called Bt cotton. Bt cotton has the following useful characteristics: pest resistance, herbicide tolerance, high yield and resistance to bollworm infestation.

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