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Why inbreeding depression occurs although in inbreeding pure line is obtained? Explain please.

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It should be noted that repeated self-pollination in plants gives weaker progenies. Similarly in animals, self crossing for many generations would eventually even create a sterile generation. This is called inbreeding depression. It can easily be done away with by a single outcrossing. Hope this helps!
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