_____ is the method of propagating plants with the use of organs other than the seed and spore.
The word asexual, which means _____.
In asexual, the _____ of the male and female sexual gametes (fertilization) is not a requisite to the production of new plants.
In vegetative propagation, the union of the male and _____ sexual gametes (fertilization) is not a requisite.
_____ without fertilization is known as vegetative propagation.
In vegetative propagation, _____ cell division takes place.
Apomixis, Parthenocarpy and Polyembryony
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The developing ovule is commonly attached to the placenta by the _____.
The scar on the ovule made where the funiculus detaches at maturity is known as the _____.
The point where the integuments meet at the nuclear apex is _____.
Opposite to the micropyle, the region of integumentary origin and attachment is called _____.
Between the chalaza and the hilum is an area called _____.
_____ is an example for species with developed perisperm.
Changes during Seed Development and Maturation
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The average protein percent present in soybean is _____.
The average oil percent present in oilpalm is _____.
Seed Dormancy and its Breaking Treatments
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The process whereby seeds sprout and begin to grow is known as _____.
During germination of a seed, the water is absorbed through _____.
_____ is the onset growth of a seed often following a period of dormancy.
_____ is a type of germination in which cotyledons and shoot are carried above the soil level.
_____ is a type of germination in which the cotyledon or comparable structure remain in the soil.
Water moves into the tissues and cells by _____.
Breeding Techniques and Seed Production
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_____ is the increased function of any biological quality in a hybrid offspring.
Heterosis is otherwise known as _____.
_____ is the reduced fitness in a given population as a result of breeding of related individuals.
In _____ heterosis type, naturally occurring mutants are sheltered.
The progeny posses superiority over parents in vegetative growth, but reduction in yield is known as _____.
Average heterosis is mathematically expressed as _____.
Development of Hybrids and Release of Varieties
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_____ is essential for nut development in peanuts.
_____ is the key element for chlorophyll production.
_____ is the integral part of amino acids.
_____ is essential for seed and cell wall formation.
_____ catalyzes several plant processes.
Method of Seed Production in Vegetables
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