Tissue Culture (Edexcel GCSE Biology): Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of tissue culture?
What is the primary purpose of tissue culture?
To grow cells or tissues in a controlled environment.
How can tissue culture benefit plant breeding?
How can tissue culture benefit plant breeding?
It allows rapid mass production of genetically identical plants.
What are cloned plants produced through tissue culture?
What are cloned plants produced through tissue culture?
They are genetically identical organisms from a single sample.
Why is aseptic condition crucial in tissue culture?
Why is aseptic condition crucial in tissue culture?
To prevent harmful microbial growth during the process.
How does tissue culture aid in drug testing?
How does tissue culture aid in drug testing?
It allows tests on cells before applying drugs to organisms.
What is a benefit of using tissue culture in medical research?
What is a benefit of using tissue culture in medical research?
It enables the study of diseases at the cellular level.
What role does tissue culture play in regenerative medicine?
What role does tissue culture play in regenerative medicine?
It can grow tissues or organs for transplant into patients.
What does tissue culture allow for conservation efforts?
What does tissue culture allow for conservation efforts?
It helps conserve endangered plant species effectively.
How does tissue culture produce disease-free plants?
How does tissue culture produce disease-free plants?
Plants are grown in sterile conditions, reducing disease risk.
What steps are taken in plant tissue culture cloning?
What steps are taken in plant tissue culture cloning?
Select plant, extract tissue, grow in sterile nutrient medium.