Question
Biology Question on sexual reproduction in flowering plants
What is apomixis and what is its importance?
Answer
Apomixis is the mechanism of seed production without involving the process of meiosis and syngamy. It plays an important role in hybrid seed production. The method of producing hybrid seeds is difficult to maintain hybrid characters as characters segregateduring meiosis. Apomixis prevents the loss of specific characters in the hybrid. Also, it is acost-effective method for producing seeds.