Question

Mention one application of pollen bank. How is pollen stored in a bank?

Answer 1

Pollen bank:

1. It is referred to as ex-situ conservation.
2. Pollens are preserved under cryopresevation.

Function of pollen banks:

1. The most important function of the pollen bank is to preserve biodiversity.
2. It is preserved in the form of preservation of the value of genetic resources.

Storage of pollen grains:

1. Pollen grains are stored in a bank in viable conditions, in liquid nitrogen at the temperature of –196 degrees Celsius.
2. This method is called cryopreservation.
3. The lower temperature allows it to store for a longer period of time as it reduces the growth rate of the cells.