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A plant species which has been exploited for the production of hirudin is

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Brassica napus

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Zea mays

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Solanum nigrum

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Oryza sativa

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The correct option is A
Brassica napus

Hirudin is a protein that prevents blood clotting. The gene encoding it has been synthesised chemically and transferred into Brassica napus, where hirudin accumulates in seeds. It is then extracted and purified to be used as a medicine.

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