Application of Plant Tissue Culture
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What is the main purpose of micropropagation of plants using tissue culture?

  • To produce large amounts of plants with the same genetic characteristics (correct)
  • To introduce genetic variations into plants
  • To produce crops with different genetic characteristics
  • To reduce the size of plants produced
  • How many generations of self-pollination or crosses are typically needed to obtain pure strains through conventional breeding?

  • One to two generations
  • Three to four generations
  • Six to seven generations (correct)
  • Ten to twelve generations
  • What is the significance of obtaining homozygote plants using tissue culture techniques?

  • To improve the nature of the plant through plant breeding (correct)
  • To speed up the process of obtaining homozygote plants
  • To increase genetic diversity in plants
  • To introduce new diseases into the plants
  • How are haploid plants produced using tissue culture techniques?

    <p>Through pollen culture, anther or ovaries followed by chromosome doubling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What benefit does tissue culture technology provide in terms of plant health?

    <p>Production of plants that are resistant to viruses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of storing plant germplasm using tissue culture?

    <p>To conserve genetic resources for breeding and research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can tissue culture be used to produce secondary metabolites in plants?

    <p>By synthesizing compounds like alkaloids and terpenoids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can be used to suppress cell division in tissue culture?

    <p>Altering the nutrient concentration in the culture medium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the meristem play in obtaining virus-free plants through tissue culture?

    <p>The meristem allows for the regeneration of virus-free plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is tissue culture particularly beneficial for conserving vegetatively propagated plants like bananas and potatoes?

    <p>It offers a cost-effective propagation method</p> Signup and view all the answers

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