Incorporation of two or more major genes in a variety for specific resistance to pathogen is known as
A. Gene flow
B. Gene deployment
C. Gene pyramiding
D. Ghost gene
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
The incorporation of two or more major genes in a variety for specific resistance to pathogens is known as Gene pyramiding.Gene pyramiding refers to the process of stacking multiple genes into a single genotype to combine desirable traits through recombinant DNA technology or conventional breeding. This approach has resulted in the so-called 'second generation' of GE plants.
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