NEET Biology question

The organism chosen by Mendel to explain the law of inheritance is

(A)*Drosophila melanogaster*
(B)*Antirrhinum majus*
(C)*Pisum sativum*Correct
(D)*Homo sapiens*

Answer: (C)

Solution

Mendel used the garden pea, *Pisum sativum*, for his hybridisation experiments because of its short life cycle, many easily distinguishable contrasting traits and ability to self- or cross-pollinate under

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