[Campbell Biology P.320] In Mendel's experiments, what is the F1 generation? | Practice Question

In Mendel's experiments, what is the F1 generation?

  • A: The true-breeding parental generation.
  • B: The hybrid offspring of the P generation.
  • C: The offspring produced by self-pollinating the F1 generation.
  • D: A generation that shows a 3:1 ratio of traits.

Explanation

The text defines the F1 generation as 'the hybrid offspring' of the 'true-breeding parents' the P generation . The 'F' in F1 stands for 'filial', from the Latin word for 'son'.