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(a) Define genetics.b] Who is regarded as the "Father of Genetics" ? Name the plant on which he performed his experiments.(c) Why did he select that specific plant for his experimental studies ? |
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Answer» (a) The term genetics was proposed by BATESON in 1906. It is the study of heredity and variations . (b) Due to Mendels pioneer work in genetics MENĎEĹ is regarded as the father of genetics.Mendel selected pea plants (PISUM SATIVUM) for his experiments. (c) He selected pea plants because:1) Pea plant can be easily grown. It doesn't require much after care.2) The plant is easily available.3) The pea plant is annual with a short life cycle.4) The flowers are bisexual. These are normally self pollinated but they can be cross pollinated also.5) The pea plant produces fertile hybrids.6) The plant shows contrasting characters. |
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