WAEC Biology 2021 Question 44

Question 44

Mendelian Inheritance

Plants suitable for experiments in genetics must not

  1. A.produce numerous seeds within a short time.
  2. B.have a small number of chromosomes.
  3. C.have a relatively short life cycle.
  4. D.produce one generation in a long period.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (produce one generation in a long period.)

Explanation

Genetics experiments need many generations quickly, so a plant with a long generation time is unsuitable.