AP Biology Genetics



Gregor Mendel and His Research on Inheritance



1. Who is Gregor Mendel?

 - Description: Mendel was an Austrian monk known for his pioneering quantitative studies of

inheritance by using garden peas.



2. Why Did Mendel Choose Garden Peas?

 - Reasons:

 - They exhibit alternate traits.

 - They are true-breeding.

 - They are small and easy to cultivate.

 - Their fertilization can be easily controlled.



3. Mendel's Expe...