Question

6. Grafting is a technique used to increase the numbers of a particular variety of plant. A stem cutting, from a commercially grown fruit tree, P was grafted onto the roots of a non commercial tree Q.

(a)What is the type of reproduction shown in this process?

(b) If the new tree bears fruits, which variety will the fruits would be produced-commercial or non- commercial? Why?

(c) List three ways to ensure that grafting in the above case is successful?

(d) Which other technique, similar to grafting, can be used to increase fruit production?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

In modern horticulture grafting is used for a variety of purposes: to repair injured trees, to produce dwarf trees and shrubs, to strengthen plants' resistance to certain diseases, to retain varietal characteristics, to adapt varieties to adverse soil or climatic conditions, to ensure pollination, to produce ...