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heterosis

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An offspring exhibits heterosis if its traits are enhanced as a result of mixing the genetic contributions of its parents. en.wikipedia.org

In plant breeding, inbred lines are used as stocks for the creation of hybrid lines to make use of the effects of heterosis. en.wikipedia.org

In such instances, outcrossing should result in heterosis. en.wikipedia.org

By 1917, he had published his theory of heterosis, which explained the increased vigor and yield observed in hybrid maize. en.wikipedia.org

Crossbreeding is also done for the purpose of heterosis (hybrid vigor). en.wikipedia.org

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