Question

Which is an example of genetic engineering?

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer would be C. golden rice enriched with vitamin A.

Genetic engineering refers to the set of techniques involved in the manipulation of genetic material of an organism.

It includes isolation, modification, and the introduction of the gene of interest in an organism.

It usually aims to modify or introduce characters of interest in an organism.

For example, pest resistant varieties of fruits and vegetables (Bt cotton), increased nutrient contents of a particular food (golden rice), insulin production through bacteria et cetera.

Golden rice is a genetically engineered variety which is produced by introducing three foreign genes required for synthesis and storage of beta-carotene into the plant.

Answer 2

The answer should be C.