alleryStart learning →Why are sterile conditions important in plant tissue culture?
ATo make tissue photosynthesise
BTo limit microbial contamination
CTo prevent water evaporation
DTo provide the growth hormones
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. To limit microbial contamination
Sterile conditions reduce contamination by microorganisms that could overgrow or damage the cultured tissue.
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