NEET Previous Year Question
Which one of the following shows maximum genetic diversity in India?
Topic: NEET PYQ
Answer: A. Full step-by-step solution below.
- ARice
- BMaize
- CMango
- DGroundnut
Correct answer: A
Solution
(a) • Rice: India has more than 50,000 genetically different strains of rice. This represents a massive level of genetic diversity within a single species.• Mango: For comparison, India has about 1,000 varieties of mango. While that sounds like a lot, it is significantly less than the diversity found in rice.
• Genetic Diversity: This term refers to the variations in genes within a single species. High genetic diversity allows a species to adapt to different environmental conditions, such as different soil types, climates, and pests.
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