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Cytoplasmic genetic male sterility was first discovered by___________________?

Correct answer: A. Jones and Davies (1944)

  • A. Jones and Davies (1944)
  • B. Devaries and Correns (1900)
  • C. Bruce and Keeble (1908)
  • D. Nilson (1900)

Explanation

Jones and Davis reported cytoplasmic male sterility in onion in 1944, establishing the practical basis for using CMS in hybrid-seed production. The other names are associated with broader studies of heredity or male sterility, not this first report.

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