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What Is Bt Cotton and Insect Resistance?

Bt cotton is a genetically modified crop that expresses a toxin from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis, providing resistance to certain insect pests.

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Key Points to Remember in Bt Cotton and Insect Resistance

This reduces the need for chemical pesticides and increases crop yield.

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Bt Cotton and Insect Resistance in NEET Zoology: What to Focus On

NEET may include questions on the benefits and controversies surrounding genetically modified organisms like Bt cotton.