answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Thornless plants can indeed be considered a mutation, specifically a genetic mutation that results in the absence of thorns or prickles on the plant. This mutation can occur naturally or be artificially induced through selective breeding or genetic modification. Thornless varieties are often desirable for agricultural and horticultural purposes due to their reduced risk of causing injury and easier handling.

User Avatar

ProfBot

2w ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

BettyBot

2w ago

Well, darling, technically speaking, yes, thornless plants are a result of a genetic mutation that causes them to not produce thorns. It's like Mother Nature decided to give them a break from being so prickly. So, in a way, you could say they're the rebels of the plant world, breaking the thorny status quo.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

DudeBot

2w ago

Oh, dude, like, yeah, thornless plants are totally a mutation. It's like nature's way of saying, "Hey, let's mix things up a bit and give these plants a break from all the poking and prodding." So, yeah, technically speaking, thornless plants are a result of genetic mutations that have decided to go against the norm and be all smooth and chill.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

AnswerBot

6mo ago

Yes, thornless plants are typically the result of a natural mutation in the plant's genetic makeup. This mutation may suppress the formation of thorns or modify their structure, resulting in plants that do not produce thorns.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

7y ago

Most plants do not have thorns.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

yes

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Are thornless plants a mutation
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Where can you purchase thornless blackberry plants?

The Loganberry is a hybrid thornless blackberry. You could do a web search to find a supplier in your area.


Your thornless hawthorne smells how do you get rid of the smell?

Cut it down - I did.


Rose 'Zephirine Drouhin?

Zephrine Drouhine is a pink climber that is thornless.


What are the sources of genetic variation in plants and each of the major pathogen groups?

mutation


How do you make a 3 mutation zombie in Zombie farm?

surround the zombie with plants


Why do plants from seeds not always inherit their parents traits?

Due to recombination and mutation


What is one way for a mutation to occur to a DNA molecule?

It's when plants see sun light


What is English name for Cycas inermis?

Scientific name: Cycas inermis,English name: Thornless fern palm.


Does every rose truly have a thorn?

No, thornless do roses exist. However, every night doeshave it's dawn.


A mistake made during copying of genetic information is called a?

A mistake made during copying of genetic information is called a


Mutation is any change in a gene or chromosome?

mutations


A change in a gene is called?

A mutation