What is Apomixis? Types, Significance & NEET Important Points
What is Apomixis? Types, Significance & NEET Important Points Apomixis is a special type of asexual reproduction that mimics sexual reproduction. It is an important topic for NEET and Class 12 Biology. What is Apomixis? Apomixis is the process of formation of seeds without fertilization. The embryo develops without the fusion of male and female gametes. Types of Apomixis Recurrent Apomixis – Embryo sac develops without meiosis (diploid). Non-recurrent Apomixis – Embryo develops from haploid cells. Adventive Embryony – Embryo develops directly from nucellus or integument cells. Significance of Apomixis Produces genetically uniform plants (clones). Useful in hybrid seed production (maintains hybrid vigor). Helps in the propagation of desirable traits. Saves time and cost in agriculture. NEET Important Points ...