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Differentiation, Dedifferentiation and Redifferentiation

The upcoming discussion will update you about the difference between differentiation, dedifferentiation and redifferentiation in Plants. Difference # Differentiation: The cells derived from root apical meristem (RAM) and shoot apical meristem (SAM) and cambium differentiate, mature to perform specific functions. This act leading to maturation is termed differentiation. They, undergo a few or major structural changes both in their cell [...]

By |2016-09-16T08:11:06+00:00September 16, 2016|Plants|Comments Off on Differentiation, Dedifferentiation and Redifferentiation

4 Main Groups of Lipids | Plants

The following points highlight the four main groups of lipids. The groups are: 1. Triglycerides 2. Phospholipids (Membrane Lipids) 3. Steroids 4. Wax. Lipids: Group # 1. Triglycerides: One important group of stored lipids is triglycerides, a category that includes fats and oils. Triglycerides are composed of a single molecule of glycerol bound to three fatty acids (Fig. 7.1). Glycerol [...]

By |2016-09-16T08:10:55+00:00September 16, 2016|Lipid Metabolism|Comments Off on 4 Main Groups of Lipids | Plants

Maize: History, Cultivation and Uses

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. History of Maize 2. Cultivation and Harvesting of Maize 3. Uses. History of Maize: It is now universally admitted that Maize or Indian com is a native of America. This species probably originated in a wild state in the tropical South America. In Andes its cultivation goes back to prehistoric time. It [...]

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