Q. Consider the following statements regarding Genetically modified mosquitoes:
1.These are the female mosquitoes whose genome has been altered.
2.The desired trait of these GMM is to reduce the transmission of mosquito-borne human diseases.
3.With each generation mates, more females die, and the A. aegypti population in the area will decrease.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect: These are male mosquitoes whose genome has been altered using recombinant DNA technology. Their genome is altered in a way to favour the few desired physiological traits and the generation of desired biological products.
Statement 2 is correct: The desired trait of these GMM is to reduce the transmission of mosquito-borne human diseases.
Statement 3 is correct: With each generation mates, more females die, and the A. aegypti population in the area will decrease.
Source: DTE
