Question
Which chemical is most commonly used for the 'Surface
Sterilization' of explants?Solution
Mercuric Chloride (or Sodium Hypochlorite) is used to kill surface-borne bacteria and fungi that would otherwise contaminate the nutrient-rich culture media. After treatment, the explant is rinsed thoroughly with sterile water.
The term “Arrowing” is associated with
Which of the following hormones is associated with the reduction of plant growth?
When plant cells are placed in hypertonic solution, they become____
Pearl millet is
Pusa Betakesari is a variety of ________ released by ICAR in 2015-16.
First variety of mustard developed by somatic hybridization
Which of the following spice is popularly known as queen of spicesÂ
The variety of mango that is most susceptible for Spongy tissue is …………………………
Every year the World Wetland Day is celebrated on 2nd February. The theme for the year 2023 was ____
International year of potato was celebrated in
