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Why did Mendel choose pea plant for his experiments? - Science

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Why did Mendel choose pea plant for his experiments?

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Mendel chose the pea plant for his experiments because of the following reasons :

  • This plant can be easily grown.
  • This plant has a short life cycle and produces a large number of seeds.
  • It can self-fertilize.
  • It has easily distinguishable contrasting traits.
  • Because of its large flower, it can be easily crossed in a controllable manner.
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Chapter 9: Heredity and Evolution - Short Answer Questions [Page 77]

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NCERT Exemplar Science [English] Class 10
Chapter 9 Heredity and Evolution
Short Answer Questions | Q 35. | Page 77
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