Botany-Incomplete Dominance
NEET Botany Incomplete Dominance MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 12
Which of the following statements about incomplete dominance is correct?
A
In incomplete dominance, the F1 generation displays a phenotype that is a blend of the parental traits.
B
The F2 generation in incomplete dominance follows a 3:1 phenotypic ratio.
C
Incomplete dominance occurs when one allele completely masks the other.
D
In incomplete dominance, both parental traits are expressed equally in the F1 generation.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In incomplete dominance, the F1 generation exhibits a phenotype that is an intermediate between the two parental traits, as seen in the example of snapdragons where red and white flowers produce pink flowers. This is distinct from complete dominance where one allele masks another.
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