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Question
State two advantages of vegetative propagation.
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Solution
Advantages of Vegetative Propagation :
(i) It is the only known method of multiplication in seedless varieties and species, eg., Banana, Sugarcane.
(ii) It is a quick method of multiplication.
(iii) It helps in the rapid spread of plants over an area.
(iv) Good qualities of the race or variety can be preserved indefinitely.
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