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What can be the probable reason that Mendel selected garden pea (Pisum sativum) for his experiments ?

a. It is an annual plant.
b. Pea possess clear contrasting traits and flowers show self pollination, thus true breeding.
c. It is easy to artificially cross-pollinate the pea flowers.

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Correct option is D

The probable reason for Mendel to select garden pea plant for experiments could bea. it is an annual plantb. pea possess clear contrasting traits and flowers show self pollination, thus true breedingc. It is easy to artificially cross-pollinate the pea flowers.


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