Question

Research in plant biotechnology has focused primarily on characteristics that

Answer 1

Answer:

improve resistance to pests, reduce the need for pesticides, and increase survival rates in adverse growing conditions.

Explanation:

Plant biotechnology involves using genetic engineering to produce genetically modified plants with more desirable characteristics.

These desirable characteristics include enhanced crops so that food security is improved. This includes resistance to pests, and making them more resilient to a range of growing conditions.

They might also improve the nutritional profile, taste, and size of the plants.