News, Plant gene found in insect, shields it from leaf toxins
By KristenKim On April 14, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In 2021 SP Team 29, 2021 SP Week 09, Biological Discoveries
Millions of years ago, aphid-like insects called whiteflies incorporated a portion of DNA from plants into their genome. A research team reveals that whiteflies use this stolen gene to degrade common toxins plants use to defend themselves against insects, allowing the whitefly to feed on the plants safely.
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