Q. Two genes R and Y are located very close on the chromosomal linkage map of maize plant. When RRYY and rryy genotypes are hybridized, then $F_{2}$-segregation wii show
A) Higher number of the recombinant types
B) Segregation in the expected 9 : 3 : 3 : 1 ratio
C) Segregation in 3 : 1 ratio
D) Higher number of the parental types
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: Higher number of the recombinant types.
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.