Apomixis as asexual seed formation is seen as a phenomenon in which a plant bypasses the most fundamental aspects of sexual reproduction (meiosis and fertilization) to form viable seed. Plants can produce seeds without fertilization, and the seed genotype is consistent with the female parent. The establishment of apomictic technology would be revolutionary for … Read more
Apiculture word comes from the Latin word ‘apis’ which meaning bee. Therefore apiculture or beekeeping is the managing and care of honey bees for the production of honey and the wax. In the techniques of apiculture, bees are bred commercially in apiaries, an environment where a lot of beehives can be placed. Apiaries is … Read more
Introduction. There are a few cases which have shown success in attempts to save the environment. These environmental stories help shed light on ecological sustainability and give good examples to be emulated in other parts of the world and serve as a good case study for current and future generations. The Apo Island Story. … Read more
Explaining from agricultural discipline, animal husbandry is a branch of science which deals with the practice of breeding, farming and care of farm animals like cattle, dogs, sheep, and horses by humans for advantages. Animal husbandry is a livestock raising and selective breeding. It is one aspect of agricultural science. A large number of … Read more
Testis, also known as testicle, in animals, the organ that formssperm, the male reproductive cell, and androgens, the male hormones. In humans the testes occur as a Couple of oval-shaped organs. They’re contained inside the pocket sac, that is found directly behind the erectile organ and before of the anus. Anatomy of the Testes … Read more
Amoebiasis also known as amoebic dysentery is an intestinal illness transmitted when someone drinks or eats something that is contaminated with a microscopic parasite called amoebas(Entamoeba histolytica). Amoebiasis is common in tropical countries with poor sanitations. People with high risk of amoebiasis include: Immigrants from countries with poor sanitation People living in institutions with … Read more
It is a procedure, by which the amniotic fluid is removed from the uterus which is then used for the treatment or testing. This fluid surrounds the baby and it serves as protection during the pregnancy. It contains various proteins and fetal cells. This fluid can provide valuable information about the health of the baby. … Read more
Air pollution is the release of substances into the atmosphere in harmful or excessive quantities. These substances are often toxic to human beings and other living organisms, including animals and plants. Air pollution may be caused by human activity or natural processes. All living things are sustained by gases which form the atmosphere. Therefore, air … Read more
An agrochemical or agrichemical is a chemical product that is used in agriculture. Agrochemicals are mostly pesticides which include insecticides, nematicides (chemicals used to kill roundworms) and herbicides. The term agrochemicals also contain hormones, synthetic fertilizers in addition to concentrated stores of raw animal manure. They are used in agriculture to facilitate the growth … Read more
Pollination in angiosperms has been grouped into two main categories according to the agents involved. The structures of flowers and pollens differ in all types of flowers pollinated by different agents. Wind. Pollination caused by wind is called anemophily. These type of flowers are found in the members of the families Gramineae, Betulaceae, etc. … Read more