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Biotechnology and its Applications — BIOLOGY STD 12 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceBIOLOGYBiotechnology and its Applications2 Marks
Question
List any four ways by which GMO's have been useful for enhanced crop output.
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Answer

The four ways by which GMO's have been useful for enhanced crop output are:
  1. Genetically modified crops are more tolerant to abiotic stress, which can be in the form of cold, drought, heat or salt.
  2. Crops that are made pest-resistant through genetic modification have reduced dependence on chemical pesticides.
  3. Genetic modification of crops has reduced post-harvest losses.
  4. Genetic modification has helped in increasing efficiency of mineral usage by plants. It has helped in maintaining the fertility of the soil for a longer duration.

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