Q. In the initial stages of protoplast culture, sorbitol/mannitol is added
A) As an additional source of carbon
B) As an additional source of energy
C) To keep cells alive after the removal of cell wall
D) As a osmotic stabilizer
Explanation
In the initial stages of protoplast culture, sorbitol/mannitol is added as an osmotic stabilizer.
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