In this article we will discuss about the examples of transgenic plants for phytoremediation. 1. Phytoremediation of Mercury: There have been reports on the ability of certain plant species which have ability to accumulate mercury both from atmospheric and soil sources. However, plant species never ventured hyper accumulation of mercury, researcher use engineered plants by introducing bacterial specific genes for [...]
In this article we will discuss about the insect resistance in plants. Insect control is serious and greatest challenge for agricultural crops. The global scenario of crop damage inflicted by insects is a matter of serious concern. Modern agriculture provides novel solutions to age old problems. Despite the use of wide array of insecticides, extent of damage seems to be [...]
In this article we will discuss about the mechanism of restoration of fertility in CMS plants. Restoration of fertility in nature is of two types, one is sporophytic and other is gametophytic. The sporophytic restorer functions before meiosis whereas gametophytic restorer acts after meiosis in pollen grain. As a consequence, a diploid plant act after meiosis in pollen grain and [...]