Heterosis
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<plantfyi-glossary slug="heterosis"></plantfyi-glossary>Definition
Hybrid vigor — the tendency of F1 hybrids to outperform either parent in traits like yield, growth rate, and stress tolerance. Heterosis is widely exploited in maize, tomatoes, and many other crops, but the molecular mechanisms are not fully understood.
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