Practice - Mendel's success stemmed from his scientific rigor
Practice Questions
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What is a pure-breeding line?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you grow seeds from a single plant.
Why did Mendel choose pea plants for his experiments?
💡 Hint: Consider what makes them ideal for genetic studies.
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What is the main advantage of using pure-breeding lines in Mendel's experiments?
💡 Hint: Consider what makes traits consistent.
True or False: Mendel's laws were initially widely accepted at the time of his experiments.
💡 Hint: Think about the historical context of scientific discoveries.
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Design a genetic experiment using Mendel’s principles with an organism of your choice. What traits would you track and why?
💡 Hint: Consider what makes these traits suitable for study.
Predict the outcomes of a cross between a pure-breeding tall plant and a heterozygous tall plant. Use a Punnett Square to show your working.
💡 Hint: Remember how to set up your square for this genetic cross.
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