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Question
Why did Mendel choose pea plant for his experiments?
Answer in Brief
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Solution
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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