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Question
Insect resistant property in cotton crop is developed by introducing a gene from ______.
Options
Bacillus thuringiensis
Bacillus subtilis
Bacillus polymyxa
Escherichia coli
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Solution
Insect resistant property in cotton crop is developed by introducing a gene from Bacillus thuringiensis.
Explanation:
The Bt gene from Bacillus thuringiensis is introduced into cotton crops to develop insect resistance (Bt cotton). This gene produces a protein toxic to bollworms and other insect pests, protecting the crop naturally.
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