Match List I with List II regarding biotechnology applications in agriculture and medicine.
Column I
- A. $\alpha_1$-antitrypsin
- B. $Cry$ IAb
- C. $Cry$ IAc
- D. Enzyme replacement therapy
Column II
- I. Cotton bollworm
- II. ADA deficiency
- III. Emphysema
- IV. Corn borer
Correct answer: A → III, B → IV, C → I, D → II
Solution
$\alpha$-1 antitrypsin (human protein) – used to treat emphysema
$cry$ IAb – controls corn borer
$cry$ IAc – controls cotton bollworm
Enzyme replacement therapy – a treatment option for ADA deficiency
Correct match: A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II.
Concept
Matching alpha-1 antitrypsin, Cry proteins and ADA gene therapy to their targets/uses
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