Question

The production of secondary metabolites requires the use of ............

• A. Meristem tips
• B. Protoplasts
• C. Axillary buds
• D. Cell suspensions

Hint:

Cell suspensions provide a controlled environment for the production of secondary metabolites in plant biotechnology and are widely used for this purpose.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Secondary metabolites are compounds produced by plants that are not directly involved in the primary metabolic processes. The production of secondary metabolites typically involves plant cell cultures, and cell suspensions are commonly used for this purpose.
(1) Meristem tips: Meristem tips are used in plant tissue culture for the initiation of plant growth but are not typically used for the production of secondary metabolites. Hence, this is not the correct answer.
(2) Protoplasts: Protoplasts are plant cells without cell walls and are mainly used in plant genetic studies, not for the production of secondary metabolites. Hence, this is not the correct answer.
(3) Axillary buds: Axillary buds are important for plant propagation but are not the primary source for secondary metabolite production. Hence, this is not the correct answer.
(4) Cell suspensions: Cell suspensions are commonly used in plant biotechnology for the production of secondary metabolites. This is the correct answer.
Conclusion: The correct answer is Option 4: Cell suspensions as they are used for the production of secondary metabolites in plant tissue culture.