What is a “seed bank”?

a. An institution that preserves seed types for their genetic diversity
b. A form of banking in developing countries, where people can put their excess seeds up as collateral for a loan
c. A form of genetically modified organism
d. An area where livestock are fed high-quality grains


Answer: A

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