Botany-Incomplete Dominance
NEET Botany Incomplete Dominance MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which of the following statements about incomplete dominance in snapdragons is correct?
A
The F1 generation exhibits a phenotype that is a blend of the two parental traits.
B
The F2 generation shows a 3:1 ratio of phenotypes in favor of the dominant trait.
C
The modified allele is always dominant over the unmodified allele.
D
The presence of a non-functional enzyme leads to the dominant phenotype.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In incomplete dominance, such as in the case of snapdragons, the F1 generation displays a phenotype that is intermediate between the two parents (pink flowers from red and white parents). This contrasts with the typical dominance observed in Mendelian genetics.
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