Choose the incorrect pairs amongst the following characters Mendel chose for his experiments.

Pod shape - Elongated/Constricted

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Seed colour - Yellow/Green

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Seed shape - Round/Wrinkled

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Flower position - Axial/Terminal

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Solution

The correct option is A Pod shape - Elongated/Constricted
Mendel chose the following seven contrasting traits of the pea plant:
Pea shape (round or wrinkled)
Pea color (green or yellow)
Pod shape (constricted or inflated)
Pod color (green or yellow)
Flower color (purple or white)
Plant size (tall or dwarf)
Position of flowers (axial or terminal)
Hence, the correct answer is 'Pod shape - Elongated/Constricted'

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