LIFE SCIENCE

OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE

BIOTECHNOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How has biotechnology helped to improve the agricultural industry?
A
by developing irrigation systems that cover a large land area
B
by creating some crops that resist certain insects
C
by producing soil free of decomposers
D
by developing machines that help farmers harvest crops faster
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Other crops have been engineered to be resistant to specific plant diseases and insect pests, which can make pest control more reliable and effective, and/or can decrease the use of synthetic pesticides. These crop production options can help countries keep pace with demands for food while reducing production costs.

Detailed explanation-2: -What are the Applications of Biotechnology in Agriculture? Biotechnology in agriculture has found application in rDNA technology, tissue culture, somatic hybridization, embryo rescue, molecular diagnostics, etc. All of these tend to increase productivity in agriculture and protect crops from damage or infestation.

Detailed explanation-3: -The pest-resistant crop can be produced by this process which also reduces the load of chemical pesticides and thus protects the environment, for example, Bt cotton. Disease-resistant crops can be produced by this method which is capable of handling environmental stress like drought, changing temperature, etc.

Detailed explanation-4: -Application of Biotechnology in Agriculture involves scientific techniques such as Genetically Modified Organisms, Bt Cotton, Pest Resistant Plants. It helps in modifying plants, animals, and microorganisms and improve their agricultural productivity.

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