Which of the following is the most commonly used solidifying agent in plant tissue culture media?
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Correct answer: Agar-agar
Agar, derived from red algae, is preferred because it is inert, does not react with media constituents, and remains solid at the temperatures required for plant incubation. It provides a stable surface for the explants to grow while allowing nutrient diffusion.
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