Question

Define hybridization. What are the types of hybridization?

Answer 1

Hybridization:

1. Crossing between genetically different organisms to produce desired characteristics in the offspring is known as hybridization.
2. It enhances crop productivity by removing unwanted traits.
3. It removes the recessive traits present in the plant's parent body.

Types of hybridisation:

1. Intervarietal: These occur between different varieties.

2. Interspecific: It occurs between two different species of the same genus.

3. Intergeneric: It occurs between different genera.