Free Flashcard From Chapter 14 - Biology Exam
Question:
What is the difference between a monohybrid cross and a dihybrid cross?
A) A monohybrid cross involves a single parent, whereas a dihybrid cross involves two parents.
B) A monohybrid cross produces a single progeny, whereas a dihybrid cross produces twoprogeny.
C) A dihybrid cross involves organisms that are heterozygous for two characters and amonohybrid only one.
D) A monohybrid cross is performed for one generation, whereas a dihybrid cross is performedfor two generations.
E) A monohybrid cross results in a 9:3:3:1 ratio whereas a dihybrid cross gives a 3:1 ratio.
Answer:
C) A dihybrid cross involves organisms that are heterozygous for two characters and amonohybrid only one.