Question
Explain the inbreeding and interspecific hybridization and given one example of each.
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Answer
The crossing between two individuals of a species that are related by descent for 4-6 generations is called inbreeding, e.g., a cross between superior cow and superior bull. The cross between two individuals of different species of the same genus is called interspecific hybridisation, e.g., a mule is suitable example that is obtained by crossing between a male donkey and a female horse.
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