Question
Define genetic engineering. Name one natural genetic engineer of plants.
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Answer
Genetic engineering is the manipulation of genetic materials which can be introduced into host organisms and thus change the phenotype of the host organism. The natural genetic engineer of plant is Agrobacterium tumifaciens.
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