Why did Mendel choose pea plants for his experiments?
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Correct answer: They had clear contrasting traits and controlled pollination was possible
Mendel selected pea plants because they possessed several easily recognisable contrasting traits, such as tall versus dwarf stems and round versus wrinkled seeds. Pea flowers normally self-pollinate, allowing pure lines to be maintained, but Mendel could remove anthers and transfer pollen to control cross-pollination. Their relatively short generation time also made repeated crosses practical. Therefore A is correct; the other statements are false.
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They had clear contrasting traits and controlled pollination was possible
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Mendel selected pea plants because they possessed several easily recognisable contrasting traits, such as tall versus dwarf stems and round versus wrinkled seeds. Pea flowers normally self-pollinate, allowing pure lines to be maintained, but Mendel could remove anthers and transfer pollen to control cross-pollination. Their relatively short generation time also made repeated crosses practical. Therefore A is correct; the other statements are false.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: World of Living. Topic: Heredity and Evolution.
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