Question

each kernel of corn on a single ear can inherit a different set of alleles from those inherited by other kernels. this characteristic makes corn a useful example of which law or principle?
○ principle of dominance
○ law of independent assortment
○ law of segregation
○ law of genetics

Explanation:

The law of independent assortment states that alleles of different genes assort independently during gamete formation, leading to different combinations of alleles in offspring (like different corn kernels inheriting different allele sets). The principle of dominance relates to allele expression (dominant vs. recessive), segregation is about allele separation during gamete formation (not about different combinations across kernels), and "law of genetics" is not a specific Mendelian law. So the correct option is the law of independent assortment.

Answer:

B. law of independent assortment (assuming the options are labeled as A: principle of dominance, B: law of independent assortment, C: law of segregation, D: law of genetics)