Question

The hybrids are generally found to be superior to their parents , it is because of
A. Homozygosity
B. Hybrid vigour
C. Parents are generally weak
D. None of these

Answer 1

Correct Answer - B
Breeding usually takes place between members of different varieties or strains, and in certain plants of closely related species.The progeny is known as hybrid and have phenotypes showing characteristics which are superior to either of the parents stock.This phenomenon is known as hybrid vigour or heterosis.