Q. Which of the following best describes the hypophysation technique used in aquaculture?

[A] Artificially inducing breeding in fish by injecting them with pituitary gland extract

[B] Increasing fish growth rate using antibiotics

[C] Enhancing fish coloration through selective feeding

[D] Preventing fish diseases by vaccination

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Hypophysation is a technique in aquaculture where breeding in fish is artificially induced by injecting them with extracts from the pituitary gland, stimulating the release of eggs and sperm for controlled spawning.

Source: PIB

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