Selective Breeding 2

• What is selective breeding?

  Choosing specific plants or animals to reproduce
• What is the first step in the process of selective breeding?

  Identifying individuals with desirable traits
• Why do farmers use selective breeding in animals and plants?

  To enhance desirable traits for better yield
• How does selective breeding work over many generations?

  It amplifies desired traits through successive generations
• What is one benefit of selective breeding in crops?

  Increased resistance to pests and diseases
• How can selective breeding help increase food production?

  By developing higher-yielding crop varieties
• What is one disadvantage of selective breeding in animals?

  Increased risk of genetic disorders
• How can selective breeding lead to a reduced gene pool?

  By favoring a limited number of traits
• What is the difference between selective breeding and genetic engineering?

  Selective breeding involves natural reproduction methods