Which one of the following statements is <strong>not</strong> correct with regard to genetically modified organisms?
- A. In this technique a gene from one organism is isolated and transferred to the cell of another organism.
- B. This technique has applications only in plants. ✓
- C. Genes for insect resistance may spread from crop plants to wild plants.
- D. To produce a transgenic animal the novel genes are inserted at a very early stage of development.
Correct Answer: B. This technique has applications only in plants.
Explanation
Genetic modification is not limited to plants; it is widely applied in microorganisms (like bacteria for insulin production) and animals (transgenic animals).
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