Home Biology Biotechnology and Its Application Ethical Issues Which of the following cannot be patented?
Biology Biotechnology and Its Application Ethical Issues Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 13, 2026

Which of the following cannot be patented?

A
GM plants
B
New substance of utility
C
New species of plants
D
Wind energy

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D

According to patent laws, natural phenomena and naturally occurring resources such as wind energy cannot be patented. However, genetically modified organisms (GM plants) and useful inventions/products may be patentable under certain conditions.

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