Plant Development and Biotechnology (Hardcover)

Biotechnology revolutionized traditional plant breeding programs. This rapid change produced new discussions on techniques and opportunities for commerce, as well as a fear of the unknown. Plant Development and Biotechnology addresses the major issues of the field, with chapters on broad topics written by specialists. The book applies an informal style that addresses the major aspects of development and biotechnology with minimal references, without sacrificing information or accuracy. Divided into five primary parts , this volume explores how the field emerged from its early theoretical base to the technical discipline of today. It also covers progress being made with genetically engineered plants, providing a snapshot of the field's controversial present. Part III discusses methods for preparing media, creating solutions and dilutions, and accomplishing sterile culture work. It investigates common methods for visualizing and documenting studies, and quantifying responses of tissue culture in research.P art IV delivers the essential foundation of plant tissue culture, introducing the three types of commonly used culture regeneration systems.; Part V integrates propagation technique

General

Imprint:	Crc Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	July 2004
First published:	July 2004
Editors:	Robert N. Trigiano • Dennis J. Gray
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	376
ISBN-13:	978-0-8493-1614-2
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Molecular biology Books > Professional & Technical > Agriculture & farming > Agricultural science Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Botany & plant sciences > General
LSN:	0-8493-1614-6
Barcode:	9780849316142

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