Multiple Choice
The F1 generation differed from the F2 in Mendel's experiments in that:
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2. Mendel's Laws of Inheritance
Mendel's Experiments and Laws
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In the study of genetics, the offspring of the P (parental) generation is referred to as the:
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P2 generation
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F2 generation
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G1 generation
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F1 generation
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Understand the terminology used in genetics for generations: The P generation refers to the parental generation, which are the original parents in a genetic cross.
The offspring produced by the P generation are called the F1 generation, where 'F' stands for 'filial,' meaning 'son' or 'daughter' in Latin.
The F1 generation individuals are the first filial generation, representing the direct descendants of the P generation.
If the F1 generation individuals are crossed among themselves, their offspring are called the F2 generation, or second filial generation.
Therefore, the correct term for the offspring of the P generation is the F1 generation, not P2, F2, or G1.
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