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The scientific process by which crop plants are enriched with certain desirable nutrients is called
BiologyStrategies for Enhancement in Food ProductionNEET
Options:
  • A Crop protection
  • B Biofortification
  • C Breeding
  • D Bioremediation
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The correct answer is: Biofortification
Biofortification, the increase of micronutrients in the edible parts of the plants, can be achieved by either mineral fertilization or plant breeding. Biofortification through plant breeding consists of the development of micronutrient-enhanced crop varieties through conventional breeding.

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