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Biotechnology Principles and Processes question

2009 · Q80
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Biotechnology Principles and Processes question

2009 · Q80

NEETBiologyBiotechnology Principles and ProcessesMCQ+4 / −1
Somaclones are obtained by : -
  1. A
    Tissue culture
  2. B
    Plant breeding
  3. C
    Genetic engineering
  4. D
    Irradiation 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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