What is polyploidy? Make a distinction between autopolyploidy and allopolyploidy. Explain their role in plant breeding by giving suitable examples.

Polyploidy: Understanding Genetic Variation in Plants

Polyploidy is a genetic phenomenon characterized by the presence of more than two sets of homologous chromosomes in an organism's cells. This condition stands in contrast to diploidy, where an organism has two sets of chromosomes, one inherited from each parent. Polyploidy plays a crucial role in the evolution of species and has significant implications in plant breeding.

Types of Polyploidy: Autopolyploidy and Allopolyploidy

1. Autopolyploidy:
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