Single Choice

Kinetin, a modified form of adenine was discovered from

AAutoclaved herring sperm DNA
Correct Answer
BCoconut milk
CCorn kernel
DFungus

Solution

Kinetin is a modified form of adenine which is discovered by Miller and Skoog as a compound from autoclaved herring sperm DNA. Herring is a fish. From it's sperm, DNA is isolated which is sterilized using steam at high pressure which is called autoclaved herring sperm DNA. From this, kinetin was isolated which has ability to induce cell division.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Autoclaved herring sperm DNA.'

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

Reproduction and Growth in Plants

The phenomenon of apical dominance can be overcome by exogenous application of ___________.

Reproduction and Growth in Plants

Induction of cell division activity and delay in senescence is caused by ______________.

Reproduction and Growth in Plants

Select the mismatched pair.

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Coconut water contains __________.

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The affect of apical dominance can be overcome by which of the following hormone?

Reproduction and Growth in Plants

Coconut water contains __________.

Reproduction and Growth in Plants

The affect of apical dominance can be overcome by which of the following hormone?

Reproduction and Growth in Plants

State the main function of the following : Cytokinins

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