24 Questions
Which of the following is a primary energy source in tissue culture?
Sucrose
What is the definition of callus in plant tissue culture?
A disorganized mass of cells induced from explants through the application of auxin and cytokinin
What is the main application of protoplast culture in plant tissue culture?
DNA transformation and Hybrid plant production
Which of the following is NOT an application of animal cell culture?
Production of plant hormones
What is totipotency in plant tissue culture?
The inherent capacity of a plant cell to develop into an entire plant
What are the pros of tissue culture?
Allows for year-round propagation of plants
What factors influence the growth and development of cultured plants in tissue culture?
All of the above
Which method is used to introduce genes into plants via Agrobacterium?
Agrobacteria-mediated Transformation
What is the significance of genetic engineering in plant tissue culture?
It enables the introduction of specific traits into plants for desired characteristics
What is the effect of knocking out OsWRKY24 and OsWRKY53 genes in rice plants?
It improves drought tolerance
Which type of cells require a wider range of nutrients for survival in culture conditions?
Animal cells
Which of the following statements is true about plant tissue culture?
Plant cells can differentiate into various cell types within the plant body
What is the lifespan of second cultures compared to initial cultures?
Longer lifespan
What is the main application of plant tissue culture?
Artificial and micropropagation of plants
What is the main application of protoplast culture in plant tissue culture?
DNA transformation
What is the definition of callus in plant tissue culture?
A disorganized mass of cells
What is the significance of genetic engineering in plant tissue culture?
Manipulation of plant cells at the cellular and molecular levels
Which method is used to introduce genes into plants via Agrobacterium?
Transformation
Which of the following is an application of animal cell culture?
Development of vaccines
What is the inherent capacity of a plant cell to develop into an entire plant if suitably stimulated?
Totipotency
What are the pros of tissue culture?
Short growth period, year-round propagation, cultivation of challenging plant species
What factors influence the growth and development of cultured plants in tissue culture?
Culture media, explants source, aseptic conditions
What is the main purpose of the study mentioned in the text?
To investigate the role of OsWRKY24 and OsWRKY53 genes in drought stress response in rice
What is the significance of OsWRKY53 gene in long-term drought response in rice?
It does not significantly influence long-term drought response in rice
Test your knowledge on tissue culture and the factors that affect the success of plant growth in vitro. Explore the concept of species-dependent amenability and how factors like explant source and differentiation level can influence the outcome.
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