Biotechnology- Principles and Processes Question 44
44. Introduction of food plants developed by genetic engineering is not desirable because
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(a) economy of developing countries may suffer
(b) these products are less tasty as compared to the already existing products
(c) this method is costly
(d) there is danger of entry of viruses and toxins with introduced crop
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Answer : d
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(d) Plants developed by genetic engineering are called transgenic plants or genetically modified crops from which genetically modified food is produced. For their production micro-organisms (bacteria, virus) are used. So, by consuming them there is a danger of entry of viruses and toxins causing different types of allergies and other health hazards to human beings.
