Why protoplasm is called the physical basis of life? The semi-transparent, jelly-like, a semisolid substance in the cell is called protoplasm. It is called the physical basis of life because inside the cell wall of the living cell all the living substance is known as protoplasm. The property of life resulted from the distribution of … Read more
The explant is the part of a plant that is being separate from the view of using it in tissue culture.
Aim of classification are- To acquire knowledge of every group and subgroup of each organism. To introduce the total knowledge concisely. To take proper steps after identifying organisms to name them. To conserve the species for the well-being of human beings and the living world.
On the basis of each other’s similarity and dissimilarity, grouping organisms into groups and subgroups is called classification. Swedish botanist Carolus Linnaeus (1707 – 1778) first introduced complete classification and naming of organisms. So he is called the father of taxonomy. He first classified the living world into two kingdoms – Plant and Animal.
There are seven ranks for classifying an organism in species level according to international code. They are: Kingdom → Phylum / Division → Class → Order → Family → Genus → Species.
The reproduction occurring between gametes of different sizes, shapes, and physiological differences is called anisogamous reproduction.
The science associated with the technology of utilizing or organisms for the benefit of mankind.
The science associated with gene technology and its utilities.