Question

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Each kernel of corn inherits traits independently.

Each kernel of corn receives one allele from each parent for the traits of color and texture.

Corn can have multiple kernel colors because each kernel is independently formed.

Answer 1

- [x] Each kernel of corn inherits traits independently. — True. Each kernel is the product of a separate fertilization event (an independent seed).

- [x] Each kernel of corn receives one allele from each parent for the traits of color and texture. — Partially true. The embryo gets one allele from each parent (diploid), but the endosperm is triploid (typically two maternal : one paternal), and the outer pericarp is maternal tissue only, so inheritance patterns depend on which tissue and trait you mean.

- [x] Corn can have multiple kernel colors because each kernel is independently formed. — True. Because each kernel is a separate fertilization, kernels on the same ear can have different genotypes and therefore different colors (and other traits).