OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE
GENETICS
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Question
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The first generation of offspring are called F2 in genetics.
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The term F2 is used in the field of genetics. It refers to the second generation of offspring resulting from cross-breeding.
Detailed explanation-2: -The F2 generation is abbreviated as the second filial generation. It is the outcome of the dihybrid cross where two traits are taken and the parents are crossed together. The progeny formed will be called the F1 generation and is abbreviated as the first filial generation.
Detailed explanation-3: -F1 generation is produced by the breeding of two parental (P) organisms whilst F2 generation is produced by the interbreeding of two F1 generation offsprings. This is the key difference between F1 and F2 generations.
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