NEET Biology question

(NCERT Exemplar) Which of the following statements is correct regarding viruses used in biological pest control?

(A)Baculoviruses are used because of their narrow host range, affecting only specific insect pests without harming beneficial insectsCorrect
(B)Baculoviruses infect a broad range of hosts including plants, mammals and birds
(C)Baculoviruses are used to enhance soil fertility
(D)Baculoviruses replace the need for all other pest control measures

Answer: (A)

Solution

As emphasised in the NCERT Exemplar, baculoviruses' narrow host specificity makes them ideal biocontrol agents, since they

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