Why is genetic variation important in the plant Rauwolfia vomitoria?
Plant Rauwolfia vomitoria is a source of drug reserpine which acts as tranqulliser. Genetic variation shown by this medicinal plant might be in terms of the potency and concentration of active chemical (resperin) that plant produces.
What is Red Data Book?
Red Data Book is a compilation of data or records of species threatened with risk of extinction (which are known to be endangered). The book is maintained by IUCN (headquartered at gland in Switzerland).
Define gene pool.
Gene pool refers to the sum total of all genes of every individual in an inbreeding population.
What does the term 'Frugivorous' mean?
Frugivorous term is used for those animals which eat only fruits or eat fruit as their staple diet.
What is the expanded form of IUCN?
IUCN stands for 'International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources'. Its headquarters are situated at gland in Switzerland.