Asexual Reproduction

1. Introduction to Tissue Culture

  1. Tissue culture is a technique of growing plant cells, tissues, or organs in a sterile and controlled environment.
  2. It is a form of asexual reproduction and helps in the rapid multiplication of plants.
  3. The process is based on the principle of totipotency, which means that a single cell can develop into a whole plant.
  4. It is widely used in agriculture, horticulture, and genetic research.

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1. Introduction to Asexual Reproduction

  1. Asexual reproduction is a mode of reproduction in which offspring are produced without the involvement of gametes.
  2. It leads to the formation of genetically identical offspring (clones).
  3. Vegetative propagation is a common method of asexual reproduction in plants.
  4. It occurs through natural and artificial methods.

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