The property of a plant cell that allows it to generate a whole new plant from a single cell or tissue is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The property of a plant cell that allows it to generate a whole new plant from a single cell or tissue is called:
A. Somatic hybridization
B. Totipotency
C. Protoplast fusion
D. Micropropagation
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Totipotency is the genetic ability of a single plant cell to divide and differentiate into all the cell types of the plant, ultimately generating an entire new plant. This property is the fundamental basis of plant tissue culture. Micropropagation is the technique used to rapidly multiply plants using this totipotency, often through the formation of callus and somatic embryos.

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Question #1
Consider statements about cell division: 1. Crossing over occurs in prophase I of meiosis. 2. Anaphase I involves the separation of homologous chromosomes. 3. Telophase II results in four diploid cells. Which are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 3
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 and 2 only

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
During prophase I of meiosis, homologous chromosomes pair up and crossing over (exchange of genetic material) occurs at the pachytene stage. In anaphase I, the homologous chromosomes separate and move to opposite poles, while sister chromatids remain attached. Telophase II is the final stage of meiosis II, resulting in four genetically distinct haploid cells, not diploid cells. Thus, statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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Question #2
In genetics, the phenomenon where a heterozygous individual exhibits a phenotype that is intermediate between the two homozygous phenotypes is called:
A. Codominance
B. Multiple allelism
C. Incomplete dominance
D. Epistasis

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Incomplete dominance is a form of inheritance where the phenotype of the heterozygote is a distinct intermediate blend of the phenotypes of the two homozygotes. Neither allele is completely dominant over the other. A classic example is the flower color in snapdragons (Antirrhinum), where a cross between a homozygous red (RR) and a homozygous white (rr) plant produces heterozygous pink (Rr) offspring. Codominance, in contrast, involves the full expression of both alleles simultaneously (e.g., AB blood type).

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Question #3
The movement of molecules from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration without a membrane is:
A. Osmosis
B. Simple diffusion
C. Facilitated diffusion
D. Active transport

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Simple diffusion is the passive movement of molecules (e.g., O₂, CO₂) from high to low concentration without the need for a membrane protein or energy. Osmosis specifically refers to water movement across a semipermeable membrane. Facilitated diffusion uses channel or carrier proteins but no energy. Active transport requires energy (ATP).

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