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Differentiate between the following: Bt cotton and Normal cotton

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Differentiate between the following:

Bt cotton and Normal cotton

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Basis of Difference Bt Cotton Normal Cotton
Genetic makeup Contains a gene from Bacillus thuringiensis. Does not contain the inserted Bt gene.
Insecticidal protein Produces Bt protein that is toxic to certain insect larvae. Does not produce this Bt protein.
Pest resistance Resistant to certain pests, especially bollworms. More susceptible to these pests.
Pest-control requirement Can reduce the need for some chemical insecticides. May require insecticide applications to control such pests.
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Chapter 14: Microbes in Human Welfare - EXERCISES [Page 762]

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Sarita Aggarwal Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 14 Microbes in Human Welfare
EXERCISES | Q IV. 2. | Page 762
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