Explain the various steps involved in plant protoplast culture. Mention the major limitations of this technique. What is the role of somatic hybridization in crop improvement?
Steps in Plant Protoplast Culture:
Plant protoplast culture involves isolating and culturing plant cells without their cell walls.
Major Limitations:
Role of Somatic Hybridization in Crop Improvement:
Somatic hybridization involves fusing protoplasts from two different plant species or genera to create somatic hybrids. This technique is crucial for crop improvement by:
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