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Agriculture · Q954

Genetics And Plant Breeding

Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 954

Q954

What is seed multiplication ratio in chickpea and wheat are, respectively

A.
1 : 5 and 1 : 10
B.
1 : 20 and 1 : 15
C.
1 : 6 and 1 : 30
D.
1 : 10 and 1 : 20
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
1 : 10 and 1 : 20 is seed multiplication ratio in chickpea and wheat, respectively.
The seed multiplication ratio is the number of seeds to be produced from a single seed when it is sown and harvested.
At the time of release of a variety, a small quantity of seed normally known as nucleus seed is available with the plant breeder.