Question

Hybrids are generally superior to parents due to

• A. Heterosis
• B. Homozygosity
• C. Heterozygosity
• D. Parents are generally weak

Answer 1

The correct option is A Heterosis

Superiority of progeny over the parents in all aspects is Heterosis. It is developed in the plants having inbreeding depression or high homozygosity. It is developed by crossing of F₁ hybrids with one another. It is generally applicable in self pollinating plants.

So, the correct option is ‘Heterosis’.