Q. Somatic hybridization is a technique of

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Hybridization is defined as the crossing of two varieties, species or genera with desirable traits and bringing together these traits in their progeny. Somatic hybridization is a process of obtaining hybrids by fusion protoplast in vitro. Natural pollination is transfer of pollen grain from anther to stigma of a female flower by a natural agency like air, animal. Artificial pollination is transfer of pollen grain from anther to stigma of a female flower by a artificial method like by a man.