outcrossed (Meaning)
outcrossed
the offspring resulting from an outcross, the progeny of an outcross, a cross made by outcrossing two individuals or strains, to cross with a relatively unrelated individual or strain, to cross with an unrelated individual or strain or one that is only distantly related, a cross between relatively unrelated individuals
Synonyms & Antonyms of outcrossed
outcrossed Sentence Examples
- The scientists outcrossed the two pea plants to introduce new genetic variations.
- The outcrossed offspring exhibited a wider range of traits than the inbred ones.
- Outcrossing helps reduce inbreeding depression and maintain genetic diversity.
- The outcrossed population showed increased resistance to pests and diseases.
- The outcrossed progeny had a higher germination rate compared to the self-pollinated ones.
- The farmers outcrossed their crops to improve yield and quality.
- Outcrossing is essential for the long-term survival of threatened species.
- The geneticists outcrossed the mutants to uncover new genetic interactions.
- Outcrossing allowed the researchers to track the inheritance of specific genes.
- The outcrossed lines were evaluated for their drought tolerance and adaptability to different environments.
FAQs About the word outcrossed
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The scientists outcrossed the two pea plants to introduce new genetic variations.
The outcrossed offspring exhibited a wider range of traits than the inbred ones.
Outcrossing helps reduce inbreeding depression and maintain genetic diversity.
The outcrossed population showed increased resistance to pests and diseases.
