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Pomato is a hybrid of

A
Potato
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Tomato
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Wheat
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D
Both A and B
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Solution

The correct option is D Both A and B
  • The crossing between genetically different plants to produce a new variety is called hybridization.
  • Genetically modified crops can be produced by the insertion of genes with desired traits by the process of hybridization.
  • The plants of potato and tomato are the plants of the different genus. These plants are allowed to perform hybridization.
  • The resulting plant variety is known as pomato. Cherry-type tomatoes are grown on the climber while the potatoes are developed below the soil.
Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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