NEET BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Which is the most useful change made to crops using applications of biotechnology? Crops use more nutrients.

Detailed explanation-2: -The application of biotechnology in agriculture has resulted in benefits to farmers, producers, and consumers. Biotechnology has helped to make both insect pest control and weed management safer and easier while safeguarding crops against disease.

Detailed explanation-3: -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.

Detailed explanation-4: -Bt cotton is a genetically modified organism (GMO) or genetically modified pest resistant plant cotton variety. It produces substances used to kill bollworm or moth larva. The full form of BT is Bacillus thuringiensis. It is a genetically modified organism which does not occur naturally.

Detailed explanation-5: -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.