The most likely reason for the development of resistance against pesticides in insect damaging a crop is
The pesticide causes mutations in the insects that make them resistant.
Some insects have genes that make them resistant to the pesticide, and these genes are passed on to their offspring.
The insects learn to avoid areas where the pesticide has been applied.
The pesticide strengthens the insects' immune systems, making them resistant.
Related Questions
The aims and objectives of Genetic Engineering Approval Committee are
I. To permit the use of genetically modified organisms and their product for commercial applications
II. To adopt the procedures for restriction, production and application of GM organisms
III. approval to conduct large scale field trails and release of transgenic crops in the environment
Which of the statements are given above are correct?
I and II
I and III
II and III
I, II and III
Golden rice β a transgenic variety of rice is principally richer than normal rice in?
Cry I AB
Hirudin
TPA
carotene
GM brinjal in India has been developed for?
Insect β Resistance
Enhancing Shelf life
Enhancing Mineral Content
Drought β Resistance
