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Biotechnology and its Applications — BIOLOGY STD 12 Science — Question

Rajasthan BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceBIOLOGYBiotechnology and its Applications3 Marks
Question
Describe any three potential applications of genetically modified plants.
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Answer

More tolerant to abiotic stress, less dependence on chemical pesticides, reduces post-harvest losses, increase efficiency of mineral usage by plants. Enhance nutritional value of food.
e.g., Vitamin A enriched rice.

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