Selective Breeding Concepts

What is selective breeding also known as?

• Artificial selection

• Natural selection

• Genetic engineering

• Crossbreeding

Which plant was selectively bred to develop corn (maize)?

• Teosinte

• Wild mustard

• Wheat

• Rice

What is a Labradoodle an example of?

• Crossbreeding

• Inbreeding

• Genetic engineering

• Natural selection

Which scientist's work with captive pigeons contributed to the understanding of selective breeding?

• Charles Darwin

• Gregor Mendel

• Isaac Newton

• Albert Einstein

What is a potential downside of inbreeding in selective breeding?

• Reduced genetic diversity

• Increased genetic diversity

• Faster growth rates

• Improved disease resistance