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Q · BiodiversityMedium · 45s
Which of the following best describes the term Bioprospecting?
TopicBiodiversity
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Bioprospecting means exploring biological resources for commercially valuable genetic and biochemical resources.
Final Answer: Option B — Exploration of biodiversity for new resources of social and commercial value