Why was the pea plant suitable for Mendel's experiments?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: It has many clear contrasting traits
Mendel selected pea plants because they have several easily observable pairs of contrasting traits, such as tall versus dwarf stems and round versus wrinkled seeds. They also have a short generation time, produce many seeds, and can self-pollinate or be cross-pollinated under controlled conditions. Therefore option A gives the main reason. Pea plants reproduce and produce seeds, so options B and C are false.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
It has many clear contrasting traits
Why is this the correct answer?
Mendel selected pea plants because they have several easily observable pairs of contrasting traits, such as tall versus dwarf stems and round versus wrinkled seeds. They also have a short generation time, produce many seeds, and can self-pollinate or be cross-pollinated under controlled conditions. Therefore option A gives the main reason. Pea plants reproduce and produce seeds, so options B and C are false.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: Heredity and Evolution. Topic: Mendel’s laws.
