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What are the effects of hybrid vigour in animals.
a. The inferiority of the hybrid obtained by cross-breeding is called as heterosis or hybrid vigour.
b. Due to hybrid vigour, there is decreased milk production by cattle.
c. Due to hybrid vigour, there is increased production of eggs by poultry.
d. Due to hybrid vigour, high grade or high-quality meat is produced.
e. Due to hybrid vigour, there is increased growth rate in domesticated animals.
f. Hybrid vigour is the tendency of a crossbred individual to show qualities superior to those of both parents.
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