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Delve into the basics of genetics through Mendel's monohybrid cross experiment, exploring trait expression as simple ratios. Follow the steps from self-pollination to contrasting traits in F2 generation.
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The origins of genetics Chapter 8
Traits expressed as simple ratios • A monohybrid cross involves one pair of contrasting traits. (crossing a plant with purple and white flowers) • STEP 1: Mendel self pollinated the plants to ensure they were true breeding. (P generation) • STEP 2: Mendel cross pollinates two P generation plants with contrasting traits. (first filial generation/ f1 generation) • STEP 3: Mendel allowed the F1 generation to self pollinate. (second filial generation/ f2 generation)
Mendel’s Results • F1 generation showed only one form of the character (all plants were purple) • However in the F2 generation the contrasting trait reappeared (some plants were white)