Name the type of cross that would help to find the genotype of a pea plant bearing violet flowers.
A herd of cattle is showing reduced fertility and productivity. Provide one reason and one suggestion to overcome this problem.
An electrostatic precipitator in a thermal power plant is not able to generate high voltage of several thousands. Write the ecological implication because of it.
A pollen grain in angiosperm at the time of dehiscence from an anther could be 2-celled or 3-celled. Explain. How are the cells placed within the pollen grain when shed at a 2-celled stage ?
Differentiate between the genetic codes given below : (a) Unambiguous and Universal (b) Degenerate and Initiator
Mention one application for each of the following : (a) Passive immunization (b) Antihistamine (c) Colostrum (d) Cytokinin-barrier
(a) Passive Immunization : - When ready made antibodies are introduced into the body, it is called as passive immunization. It provides quick immune response in body.
(b) Anti Histamines : - These are the chemicals which are given against allergic reactions.
(c) Colostrum : - It is the yellow fluid produced during the initial days of lactation. It is rich in antibodies and is necessary to develop resistance in a new born baby.
(d) Cytokinin-Barrier : - is Interferon. These are the glycoproteins which protect non-infected cells from further viral infection.
Name the microbes that help production of the following products commercially : (a) Statin (b) Citric acid (c) Penicillin (d) Butyric acid