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Which method has to be employed to get a single plant with the desired characteristics of two or more plants and making it resistant to diseases? Explain the process.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Method**: The method used to obtain a single plant with desired characteristics from two or more plants is called **grafting**. This technique allows for the combination of traits from different plants into one. 2. **Understanding Grafting**: Grafting involves taking a portion of one plant (the scion) and attaching it to another plant (the rootstock). The scion is the part that contains the desired traits, while the rootstock provides the root system. 3. **Process of Grafting**: - **Selection of Plants**: Choose two plants that have the desired characteristics. One will be the scion (the plant part with the desired traits) and the other will be the rootstock (the plant that will support the scion). ...
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