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Biotechnology and Its Applications
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How did the first transgenic cows Rosie differ from other cows with respect to the quality of milk ?

Answer

Rosie differs from others cow as it produced milk enriched with human alpha-lactalbumin protein which is nutritionally  more balanced product for human babies. The protein is absent in the milk of other cows.

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Write two applications of biotechnology.

What are probes ?

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Name the first transgenic cow.

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What is the utility of Bt-Toxin gene ?

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