What is the difference between mutation and cybridization ?

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What is the difference between mutation and cybridization ?

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A mutation is a permanent change in the DNA sequence of a gene. Mutations in a gene's DNA sequence can alter the amino acid sequence of the protein encoded by the gene.

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Cybrids, in contrast to conventional hybrids, possess a nuclear genome from only one parent but cytoplasmic genes from both parents. The process of protoplast fusion resulting in the development of cybrids is known as cybridization. In cybridization, heterozygosity of extrachromosomal material can be obtained, which has direct application in plant breeding.

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