AIPMT PRELIMS 2010 Zoology GM Crops MCQ Question
Some of the characteristics of Bt cotton are
High yield and resistance to bollworms
Long fibre and resistance to aphids
Medium yield, long fibre and resistance to beetle pests
High yield and production of toxic protein crystals which kill dipteran pests
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Bt cotton is genetically modified to produce toxic protein crystals that kill specific pests, providing high yield and pest resistance.
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