Why did Mendel choose pea plants for his research?
A)Peas are easy to cultivate.
B)Pea plants have a short generation time.
C)Pea plants are self-pollinating but can be cross-fertilized easily.
D)Many true-breeding varieties were available.
E)All of these were important characteristics in Mendel's selection.

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Mendel chose pea plants because they are easy to cultivate, have a short generation time, can self-pollinate and be cross-fertilized, and many true-breeding varieties were available, making them ideal for genetic studies.

Why Did Mendel Choose Pea Plants for His Research