Practice mode Plant Breeding and Genetics

What is the source of high lysine content in maize?

Correct answer C. Opaque-2

Explanation

The opaque-2 mutant gene reduces zein (prolamin) in maize endosperm and raises lysine and tryptophan levels, forming the basis of quality protein maize.

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