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The inherent potential of any living plant cell to develop into entire organism is called as

A
Differentiation
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Organogenesis
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C
Morphogenesis
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D
Totipotency
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Solution

The correct option is D Totipotency
  • The ability of a cell to divide and differentiate into the different types of cells is called totipotency.
  • For example, a callus can grow into a complete plant when exposed to the growth hormones, auxin and cytokinin in different ratios to initiate root and shoot formation.
  • So, the correct option is D.

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