Question

Differentiate between.
Autopolyploids and allopolyploids

Answer 1

The polyploids which have evolved from plants with the lower chromosome number by a direct increase of the number are called autopolyploids. Whereas the polyploids which have evolved by increase in chromosome number after crossing with other species are called allopolyploids. This type of polyploidy may be produced from hybridization of two closely related species.