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Other than resistance to pests, what are the prospects for which genetically engineered plants have been created

2012

Other than resistance to pests, what are the prospects for which genetically engineered plants have been created?
1. To enable them to withstand drought
2. To increase the nutritive value of the produce
3. To enable them to grow and do photosynthesis in spaceships and space stations
4. To increase their shelf life.

(a)

1 and 2 only

(b)

3 and 4 only

(c)

1, 2 and 4 only

(d)

1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

(c)

Non-traditional

Explanation

Option (c) is correct: Genetically engineered plants are developed for drought resistance, increased nutritional value, and longer shelf life. They are not yet used for space environments.