Which one of the following is the true definition of totipotent cell?
An undifferentiated cell capable of developing into an organ
Undifferentiated cells capable of developing into complete embryo
An undifferentiated cell capable of developing into a system or entire plant
Cells that lack the capability of differentiating into an organ or system

Question

Which one of the following is the true definition of totipotent cell?
An undifferentiated cell capable of developing into an organ
Undifferentiated cells capable of developing into complete embryo
An undifferentiated cell capable of developing into a system or entire plant
Cells that lack the capability of differentiating into an organ or system

Toppr Admin · Accepted Answer

Totipotency is defined as the ability of a single cell to get differentiated- including extraembryonic tissues- Totipotent cells formed during sexual and asexual reproduction include spores and zygotes-xA0-Thus- each totipotent cell is a self-contained entity that can give rise to the whole organism-xA0-So- the correct answer is option B-