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Selfing of F1 pea plants is:

a
sexual reproduction because mitosis is involved in the formation of gametes.
b
sexual reproduction because meiosis is involved in forming gametes and gametic union is seen.
c
asexual reproduction because the offspring of self-pollination are genetically similar to that of the parents.
d
asexual reproduction because a small vegetative propagule separates from the plant and gives rise to new individual.

detailed solution

Correct option is B

Self-pollination is sexual reproduction because meiosis is involved in forming gametes, which unite during fertilization. As a result, some of the offspring of self-pollination in heterozygous plant are genetically different from the parents.

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