Hybrids Produced from Matings Between Closely Related Species Can Be

question 60

Multiple Choice

Hybrids produced from matings between closely related species can be less fit than pure breeds because  

• A) they compete with pure breeds for nourishment.
• B) their nuclear DNA may be incompatible with the maternal DNA.
• C) they are able to mate.
• D) their gametes are similar in structure to those of the parents.
• E) they are physically larger.

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