Can independent assortment be demonstrated in a monohybrid cross?
Correct answer: D. No, you must examine the transmission of two or more genes
- A. Yes, you can observe random distribution of alleles into gametes
- B. Yes, you can observe random assortment of genes into gametes
- C. No, you must observe genes that are on the same chromosome
- D. No, you must examine the transmission of two or more genes
Explanation
Therefore, Mendel's law of independent assortment can be demonstrated by a dihybrid cross. Monohybrid cross - Cross is made between a homozygous dominant parent to another homozygous recessive parent on the basis of one character. By using this cross Mendel postulated the Law of dominance and the Law of Segregation.
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