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The problem of blindness in poor coiuntr...

The problem of blindness in poor coiuntries can be overcome by using

A

Transgenic tomato

B

Golden rice was designed to produce ` beta ` - carotene in the endosperm part

C

Riboflavin supplements generated biotechologivally

D

Star link maize

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Problem**: The question addresses the issue of blindness in poor countries, which is often linked to vitamin A deficiency. 2. **Understand the Options**: The options provided are: - Transgenic tomato - Golden rice - Riboflavin supplements - Starling maize 3. **Evaluate Each Option**: - **Transgenic Tomato**: This genetically modified tomato does not produce beta-carotene, which is necessary for vitamin A synthesis. - **Golden Rice**: This is a genetically modified rice variety designed to produce beta-carotene in its endosperm. Beta-carotene is a precursor to vitamin A. - **Riboflavin Supplements**: Riboflavin (vitamin B2) does not address vitamin A deficiency, which is crucial for preventing blindness. - **Starling Maize**: This maize variety is primarily pest-resistant and does not address vitamin A deficiency. 4. **Select the Correct Answer**: Among the options, golden rice is specifically designed to produce beta-carotene, which is essential for the synthesis of vitamin A. Therefore, it is the most appropriate solution to combat blindness caused by vitamin A deficiency. 5. **Conclusion**: The correct answer is **Golden Rice**, as it provides a source of beta-carotene that can help prevent blindness in populations suffering from vitamin A deficiency. ---
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