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Question
Describe any three potential applications of genetically modified plants.
Solution
Potential applications of genetically modified plants:
(i) GMO crops are more tolerant to abiotic stresses.
(ii) They have reduced the dependency on chemical pesticides.
(iii) They have enhanced the nutritional value of food such as vitamin A-enriched rice.
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