Heterobeltiosis is estimated over the
A. Popular variety
B. Mid-parent
C. Better parent
D. None of these
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Heterobeltiosis is estimated over the Better parent.Heterosis, or hybrid vigour, is the superiority of the hybrid for a certain trait over the mean of its two parents.
Heterobeltiosis is a form of heterosis where the hybrid is superior to its best parent. It can be calculated by,
Heterobeltiosis = $$\frac{{{{\text{F}}_1} - {\text{BP}}}}{{100}} \times {\text{BP}},$$ Where BP is mean of better parents.
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