Which of the following is a correct statement?

“Bt” in “Bt-cotton” indicates that it is a genetically modified organism produced through biotechnology.

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Somatic hybridization involves fusion of two complete plants carrying desired genes.

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The anticoagulant hirudin is being produced from transgenic Brassica napus seeds.

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“Flavr Savr” variety of tomato has enhanced the production of ethylene which improves its taste.

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Solution

The correct option is C
The anticoagulant hirudin is being produced from transgenic Brassica napus seeds.

Bt stands for Bacillus thuringiensis, which is a bacteria.

“Flavr Savr” variety of tomato does not soften easily.

Somatic hybridization involves fusion of two protoplasts carrying the desired genes.

The anticoagulant hirudin is being produced from transgenic Brassica napus seeds. And is the correct answer.

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Q. Study the following statements and select the incorrect ones.

(i) 'Bt' in 'Bt cotton' indicates that is a genetically modified crop produced through biotechnology.
(ii) The anticoagulant 'hirudin' is being produced from transgenic Brassica napus seeds.
(iii) 'Flavr Savr' transgenic tomatoes remain fresh for a longer period than the normal tomato variety.
(iv) Golden rice is a transgenic variety of Oryza sativa, which is rich in

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Q. Pick the incorrect statements among the following:
(i) Bt brinjal is the first transgenic crop commercially available in India.
(ii) Genetically modified plants are produced by modifying the DNA of a plant, thus giving it new characteristics.
(iii) Bt cotton, Bt brinjal, golden rice are some examples of transgenic crops.
(iv) A toxin gene from Bacillus thuringiensis bacteria was transferred to cotton plant.
(v) Transgenic plants increased efficiency of mineral usage by plants.

Q. Assertion: Flavr Savr is a genetically modified tomato which remains fresh for a long time
Reason: Production of polygalacturonase is blocked in FLAVR SAVR

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