WBBSEClass XLife Science03 (a) Heredity01 Mark2023 Easy

QQuestion

What is the ratio of the number of genotypes BBRr and BBRR produced in the F2 generation of dihybrid cross in Guinea pig?

(a) 2 : 1

(b) 4 : 1

(c) 1 : 2

(d) 1 : 1

Exam-ready answer 01 Mark

Answer

(d) 1 : 1

Explanation

In a dihybrid cross involving two genes (B and R), the F1 offspring genotype is heterozygous (BbRr). When these are self-crossed, the phenotypic and genotypic ratios in F2 can be predicted using a Punnett square. Specifically, the ratio of genotypes BBRr to BBRR follows a 1:1 ratio due to independent assortment and segregation of alleles during gamete formation. This means both genotypes appear in equal frequency in the F2 generation.

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