NEETBiologyBiotechnology Principles and ProcessesMCQ+4 / −1
Somaclones are obtained by : -
- ATissue culture
- BPlant breeding
- CGenetic engineering
- DIrradiation Genetic engineering
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Correct answer: A
Genetic variation present among plant cells during tissue culture is called somaclonal variation. The term somaclonal variation is also used for the genetic variation present in plants regenerated from a single culture. This variation has been used to develop several useful varieties against resistance to diseases and pests, better yield, better quality etc.
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