Write a short note on autopolyploidy with an example .

Explanation

When chromosome number is doubled by itself in the same plant, is called autopolyploidy. Example: A triploid condition in sugarbeets, apples and pear has resulted in the increase in vigour and fruit size, large root size, large leaves, flower, more seeds and sugar contant in them. It also resulted in seedless tomato, apple, watermelon and orange.