Sbt2155:Plant Morphogenesis Question Paper
Sbt2155:Plant Morphogenesis
Course:Bachelor Of Crop Protection
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2014
QUESTION ONE – (30 MARKS)
(a) Describe the similarities and differences between Aristotelian and current Epigenetic theories of plant formation. (4 Marks) (b) Distinguish between zygotic and somatic embryogenesis. (3 Marks) (c) Explain the process of asymmetric cell division and its significance in plant development. (3 Marks) (d) Describe the processes of microgametogenesis. (4 Marks) (e) State three structural differences between shoot and root apical meristems. (3 Marks) (f) Draw a fully labelled diagram of the shoot apical meristem (SAM) in a dicot plant showing the different morphogenetic zones. (4 Marks) (g) Describe the development stages of flower formation highlighting the key morphogenetic changes in a named plant. (4 Marks) (h) Give two possible causes for polyembryo formation in plants. (2 Marks)
SECTION B
QUESTION TWO – (20 MARKS)
Describe with help of diagrams the process of embryogenesis in a named angiosperm. (20 Marks)
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QUESTION THREE – (20 MARKS)
Discuss tissue culture techniques and their relevance to plant research today. (20 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (20 MARKS)
Describe megasporogenesis and megagametogenesis in a named plant. Illustrate the role they play in modern day agriculture. (20 Marks)
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