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Which chemical is used for producing polypolid?

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Question

Which chemical is used for producing polypolid?

Options

  • cytokinin

  • nitrous acid

  • colchicine

  • IAA

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Solution

colchicine

Explanation:

Colchicine inhibits spindle-fibre formation and can cause chromosome doubling, producing polyploid cells. Cytokinin and IAA are plant growth regulators, while nitrous acid is not the chemical used here.

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Chapter 13: Plant Breeding to Enhance Food Production - EXERCISES [Page 724]

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Sarita Aggarwal Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 13 Plant Breeding to Enhance Food Production
EXERCISES | Q I. 5. | Page 724
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