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Biotechnological Applications in Agriculture

Question

RNA interference is used for which of the following purposes in the field of biotechnology?

Easy

A

To reduce post harvest losses
B

To develop a plant tolerant to abiotic stresses
C

To develop a pest resistant plant against infestation by nematode
D

To enhance the mineral usage by the plant

Solution

Several nematodes parasitise a wide variety of plants and animals including human beings. A nematode Meloidegyne incognitia infects the roots of tobacco plants and causes a great reduction in yield. A novel strategy was adopted to prevent this infestation which was based on the process of RNA interference (RNAi).

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