Consider the following statements about GM crops 1 These crops are less tolerant to abiotic stresses...........

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Consider the following statements about GM crops.

1.These crops are less tolerant to abiotic stresses (cold, drought, salt, heat).

2.These crops have more reliance on chemical pesticides.

3.It can help to reduce post harvest losses.

4.These crops have less efficiency of mineral usage by plants.

5.These crops have enhanced nutritional value of food.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct about GM crops?

3 and 5 only

1, 2 and 4 only

1, 3 and 5 only

All of the above

Incorrect: GM crops can be engineered to be more tolerant to abiotic stresses such as cold, drought, salt, and heat.

Incorrect: Many GM crops are engineered for pest resistance, which can reduce the reliance on chemical pesticides.

Correct: GM technology can be used to reduce post-harvest losses, for example, through delayed ripening.

Incorrect: GM crops can be engineered for more efficient mineral usage.

Correct: GM crops can be engineered to have enhanced nutritional value, such as biofortified crops with increased vitamins or minerals.

Therefore, statements 3 and 5 are correct about GM crops.

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