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Allogamy leads to___________________?

Correct answer: B. Heterozy gosity

  • A. Homozy gosity
  • B. Heterozy gosity
  • C. Segregation
  • D. none of the above

Explanation

Allogamy involves fertilization between genetically different plants, so it tends to maintain or increase heterozygosity in a population. Homozygosity is more strongly associated with selfing and inbreeding.

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