The plant selected by Mendel for his experiment was_________
A
Black pea
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B
Pigeon pea
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C
Garden pea
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D
Cow pea
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Solution
The correct option is C Garden pea The plant selected by Mendel for his experiment was garden pea because of its distinct, easily observable contrasting characters. Also, the pea plant reproduces well and grows to maturity in a single season.