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How is ‘somatic hybridization’ carried out? Mention one example of a somatic hybrid.

• Cell wall is digested and the protoplast is isolated.


• The isolated protoplast is fused with different varieties of plants having the desired trait.


• Hybrid protoplast is formed which further grows and forms a new hybrid plant.


• Example: Pomato (Fusion to tomato and potato)


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