Question

The process of mating of individuals, which are more closely related than the average of the population to which they belong, is called as

• A. Inbreeding
• B. Hybridization
• C. Heterosis
• D. Self breeding

Answer 1

The correct option is A Inbreeding

Inbreeding is the production of offspring obtained from the mating or breeding of individuals or organisms that are closely related genetically. Inbreeding results in homozygosity, which can increase the chances of offspring being affected by recessive or deleterious traits. This generally leads to a decreased biological fitness of a population (called as inbreeding depression), which is its ability to survive and reproduce. An individual who inherits such deleterious traits is referred to as inbred. Inbreeding is a technique used in selective breeding.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.