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What is the main focus of biotechnology in modern agriculture?

Creating new tools for the diagnosis and treatment of plant and animal diseases

Manipulating genetic make-up of organisms for agricultural production (correct)

Improving animal nutrition and reducing environmental waste

Enhancing the nutritional content of foods such as potatoes and rice

How is biotechnology being used to address problems in agricultural production?

Creating disease-free planting materials for crops like banana

Enhancing resistance to pests, diseases, and abiotic stresses (correct)

Speeding up breeding programs for plants, livestock, and fish

Improving animal nutrition and reducing environmental waste

What is a specific application of biotechnology in modern agriculture?

Creating new tools for the diagnosis and treatment of plant and animal diseases

Raising and stabilizing yields through plant breeding

Developing low-cost disease-free planting materials for crops like banana (correct)

Changing animal feeds and feeding practices to improve animal nutrition

How does biotechnology impact animal feeds and feeding practices?

Improving animal nutrition and reducing environmental waste Signup and view all the answers

What role does biotechnology play in plant breeding in modern agriculture?

Raising and stabilizing yields; improving resistance to pests, diseases, and abiotic stresses Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of micropropagation for banana plants?

It regenerates disease-free banana plantlets from healthy tissues Signup and view all the answers

How can aluminum tolerance in cereals be improved?

Developing improved cultivars that are tolerant of aluminum Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'Protato' in India?

To produce potato with increased protein content and essential amino acids Signup and view all the answers

Why is rye mentioned in relation to aluminum tolerance?

To highlight its higher aluminum tolerance compared to wheat Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of fortifying crops like 'Protato'?

Reducing malnutrition by enriching crops with essential nutrients Signup and view all the answers