Answer to Question #268017 in Cell Biology for Dark

Question

Mendel chose peas because their reproductive structures allow self-fertilization through self-pollination. Why is this important for genetic studies?

a. to establish true-breeding strains to increase the chances of producing offspring.

b. to facilitate the hybridization process

c. to prevent the possibility of abortion among seeds

Answer 1

a. to establish true-breeding strains to increase the chances of producing offspring.