NEET Zoology Applications in Medicine & Agriculture MCQ Question
Refer to the diagram of somatic hybridisation shown above. Which of the following statements correctly describes an advantage of using somatic hybridisation in agriculture?
It allows the combination of desirable traits from two different species.
It eliminates the need for chemical fertilizers entirely.
It guarantees the production of commercially viable plants.
It reduces the genetic diversity of crops.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Somatic hybridisation, as per the NCERT context, allows the fusion of protoplasts from different species like tomato and potato to combine desirable traits. However, it does not guarantee commercial viability or eliminate fertilizers.
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