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(C) The phenomenon where the offspring of two genetically distinct,pure-breeding parents exhibit superior traits such as increased growth,fertility,and yield compared to their parents is known as $Hybrid \ vigor$ or $Heterosis$. This occurs because the cross-breeding masks deleterious recessive alleles and promotes heterozygosity,which often leads to better physiological performance.

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The offspring produced from the cross between two pure parents are more vigorous and high-yielding. This phenomenon is known as:

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Selection vigor
B
Hybridization
C
Hybrid vigor
D
Mutation

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$(d)$ $SCP$ $(4)$ Green Revolution