NEET Biology question

BiologyBiotechnology and Its ApplicationsNEET

Consider the following statements: I. *Flavr savr* is a genetically modified tomato, which remains fresh and retains its flavour much longer than normal tomato due to blocking of synthesis of the fruit-softening enzyme polygalacturonase II. Recently, the US Government has patented the Indian 'basmati' rice as Rice-tec III. Viruses, bacteria and some other harmful organisms can be used as bioweapons in biological warfare Which of the statements given above are correct?

Answer: (D)

Solution

All three statements are correct: Flavr Savr's extended shelf life is indeed due to blocked polygalacturonase synthesis, a US company did patent

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