Question
Flavr savr tomato has longer shelf life.
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Answer
- Flavr savr is genetically modified type of tomato.
- It is developed by inserting antisense gene which retards ripening.
- Due to the presence of this gene a cell wall degrading enzyme called polygalactouronase is produced in lesser amounts.
- Owing to the above reason, Flavr savr tomato has longer shelf life.
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