It is now possible to breed plants and animals with desired characters through
A
Genetic engineering
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B
Chromosome engineering
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C
Ikebana technique
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D
Tissue culture
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Solution
The correct option is A Genetic engineering Genetic engineering, also called as genetic modification, is the direct manipulation of an organism's genome using biotechnology. New DNA is inserted in the host genome by first isolating and copying the genetic material of interest using molecular cloning methods to generate a DNA sequence, or by synthesizing the DNA and then inserting this construct into the host organism. Genetic engineering techniques have been applied in numerous fields including research, agriculture, industrial biotechnology, and medicine. Enzymes used in laundry detergent and medicines such as insulin and human growth hormone are now manufactured in GM cells, experimental GM cell lines and GM animals such as mice or zebrafish are being used for research purposes, and genetically modified crops have been commercialized.