Question

How does the introduction of the beta-carotene producing gene result in a change to the traits of Wild Type rice?

How does the introduction of the beta-carotene producing gene result in a change to the traits of Wild Type rice?





Wild Type rice reproduces with the gene to produce genetic variation

Changing the DNA of Wild Type rice changes the resulting trait

Beta-carotene causes a mutation in rice, turning it white instead of gold

Genes are made of vitamins, such as Vitamin A, resulting in golden color

Answer 1

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The introduction of the beta-carotene producing gene in Wild Type rice results in a change to its traits in the form of a golden color. Beta-carotene, which is a precursor to Vitamin A, is responsible for the golden color in rice. By introducing the gene that produces beta-carotene, the rice plant now has the ability to produce this pigment, leading to a change in its appearance from the typical white color of Wild Type rice to a golden color. This change in trait is a result of the altered DNA and the expression of the beta-carotene producing gene.