Apomixis is a type of asexual reproduction in flowering plants, producing identical offspring to the mother plant. Facultative apomixis occurs part of the time, allowing for new strains through sexual reproduction. Arctic plants benefit from apomixis due to harsh conditions. Genetically manipulating apomictic plants for agricultural use is difficult due to polyploidy. Apomixis allows for […]
Botany is the study of plant life, fungi, and algae. Botanists work in nature and laboratories, specializing in plant anatomy, physiology, genetics, and conservation efforts. Employment requires a master’s or doctoral degree, and botanists work for governments, universities, biotechnology institutions, and botanical gardens. They also play a crucial role in the development of biofuels. Botany […]
