STANDARDZoology-Biotechnology and its Applications
STANDARD Zoology Transgenic Crops MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Golden rice is a promising transgenic crop. When released for cultivation, it will help in ________
A
producing a petrol like fuel from rice
B
alleviation of vitamin A deficiency
C
pest resistance
D
herbicide tolerance
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
Golden rice is genetically modified to produce beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A, to combat vitamin A deficiency.
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