Q14
3 marksShort AnswerSection A

(a) Show a cross between a pea plant having round & green seed with a pea plant having wrinkled and yellow seeds upto F2F_2 generation.

(b) Also write down results of F2F_2 generation.

Heredity
Rules for the Inheritance of Traits – Mendel's Contributions
Official Answer

(a) A cross between a pea plant having round & green seed with a pea plant having wrinkled and yellow seeds can be represented as follows:


(b) In the F2F_2 generation, the results will be as follows:

  • Round and green seeds: 9
  • Round and yellow seeds: 3
  • Wrinkled and green seeds: 3
  • Wrinkled and yellow seeds: 1
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Marking Scheme

  • 1(a) 1 mark for correct representation of cross
  • 2(b) 1 mark for correct results of F2F_2 generation

Hint

Use the Punnett square to predict the probability of each combination of traits in the offspring.

Quick Oral Answer

The results of the cross between a pea plant having round & green seed with a pea plant having wrinkled and yellow seeds can be represented using a Punnett square. The probability of each combination of traits in the offspring can be predicted using the Punnett square.

Analysis & Explanation

This problem requires the application of Mendel's laws of inheritance to predict the results of a cross between two pea plants. The problem involves the use of Punnett squares to predict the probability of each combination of traits in the offspring.

Common Mistakes

  1. 1Forgetting to consider the probability of each combination of traits
  2. 2Incorrectly representing the cross

Interesting Facts

Mendel's laws of inheritance were first discovered in the 19th century

Punnett squares are a useful tool for predicting the probability of each combination of traits in the offspring

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 Science 2026?

This question carries 3 marks in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2026 examination.

Which chapter does this question come from in Science?

This question is from the chapter "Heredity" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.

What topic does this question cover in Science?

This question covers the topic "Rules for the Inheritance of Traits – Mendel's Contributions" from CBSE Class 10 Science.

What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2026 paper?

This is a Short Answer question from Section A in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2026 paper.