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Which of the following fruits shows prepotency?

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Question

Which of the following fruits shows prepotency?

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  • Apple (Malus domestica)

  • Brinjal

  • Papaya

  • Mulberry

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Solution

Apple (Malus domestica) exhibits prepotency, where cross-pollen germinates more rapidly on the stigma than self-pollen. Grape (Vitis) is another example, both using this competitive mechanism to favor outcrossing over self-fertilization.

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