What does back cross mean?
Back cross means (genetics) To cross a hybrid with one of its parents..
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Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
(genetics) To cross a hybrid with one of its parents..
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Back cross means (genetics) To cross a hybrid with one of its parents..
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