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Abstract
A simple technic is described to produce well spread gymnosperm chromosomes. Root tip meristems are digested with a pectinase:cellulase mixture to produce a cell suspension which then is squashed to yield flat, well spread chromosome complements that can be stained or used for in situ hybridization.