Question

Somatic hybrids are produced by

• A. Protoplast fusion
• B. Tissue culture
• C. Pollen culture
• D. Hybridoma process

Answer 1

The correct option is A Protoplast fusion

The process by which protoplasts of two different plant species are fused together to form hybrids is known as somatic hybridization of protoplast fusion. The hybrids which are produced are known as somatic hybrids. The hybrid has the characteristics of both the plants. There is an introduction of the genes of two different plants in the hybrid. This results in genetic variation.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.