Practice mode Animal husbandry

What determines the shape of an egg?

Correct answer D. Heritable character

Explanation

Egg shape is largely controlled by the shape of the hen's oviduct and isthmus, which is inherited, so it is a heritable character that can be selected for in breeding.

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