Question

Animals that had their DNA manipulated to possess and express foreign DNA are called transgenic animals. Write briefly any three benefits of such transgenic of such transgenic animals to human beings.

Answer 1

Advantages of genetic modification:

i. Human insulin can be manufactured which can be given to diabetic patients.

ii. Pseudomonas putida also called super bug is used to clean up oil spills in marine waters. This is called bioremediation.

iii. Production of genetically modified crops such as Bt cotton and Bt brinjal which are insect resistant. Production of genetically modified animals such as cows for increased milk production.