What does Bt stands for in popular crop Bt cotton?

Bt cotton is a special kind of cotton plant. It contains a bacterial gene coding for a toxin that disrupts the digestive system of caterpillars, killing them.Propose how the Bt cotton plant was first produced and the need for it.

Why was the cotton genetically modified?

Select the correct statement about biodiversity.ALarge scale planting of Bt cotton has no adverse effect on biodiversity.BConservation of biodiversity is a fad pursued by developed countries.CDesert areas of Rajasthan and Gujarat have a very high level of desert animal species and numerous rare animals also.DWestern Ghats have a very high degree of species richness and endemism.

How does BT corn and BT eggplants reduce insecticide use, improve farmer health, and increase crop yield? Group of answer choicesIt produces a plant that is bigger and contains more nutrientsIt produces a plant that can withstand severe climate conditionsIt produces a plant that kills insects but is harmless to humansIt produces a plant that does a better job at fixing nitrogen in the soi

Who is the biggest exporter of cotton t-shirts?Group of answer choicesBangladeshChinaThe United StatesUganda