Differentiate between test cross and back cross. [3 MARKS]

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1. It is a cross between the F1 individual and the recessive parent.
2. It is used to know the genotype of F1 individuals whether homozygous or heterozygous.
3. All test crosses are considered
backcrosses. 1. It is a cross between the F1 individual and either of the 2 parents.
2. It is used to improve a variety or breed by making a number of backcrosses.
3. All backcrosses are not considered test crosses.

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Test cross	Back cross
1. It is a cross between the F1 individual and the recessive parent. 2. It is used to know the genotype of F1 individuals whether homozygous or heterozygous. 3. All test crosses are considered backcrosses.	1. It is a cross between the F1 individual and either of the 2 parents. 2. It is used to improve a variety or breed by making a number of backcrosses. 3. All backcrosses are not considered test crosses.