Question

Which of the following is not an objective of breeding for improved nutritional quality?

(a) Improving protein content

(b) Improving Oil content

(c) Increasing soil content

(d) Improving vitamin content

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I'd like to ask this question from Plant Breeding for Developing Resistance to Insect Pests and for Improved Food Quality topic in division Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production of Biology – Class 12

Answer 1

The correct answer is (c) Increasing soil content

For explanation: Breeding for improved nutritional quality is undertaken with the objectives of improving-

i. Protein content and quality

ii. Oil content and quality

iii. Vitamin content

iv. Micronutrient and mineral content