NEET2019Botany-Genetics
NEET 2019 Botany Inbreeding MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Select the INCORRECT statement.
A
Inbreeding selects harmful recessive genes that reduce fertility and productivity.
B
Inbreeding helps in accumulation of superior genes and elimination of undesirable genes.
C
Inbreeding increases homozygosity
D
Inbreeding is essential to evolve pure lines in any animal.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Inbreeding can lead to an increase in homozygosity, which may bring harmful recessive alleles to the forefront, reducing fertility and productivity.
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