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Define artificial selection. Name one example from plants and animals produced by this process.

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution: 1. **Definition of Artificial Selection**: Artificial selection is a process in which humans intentionally breed plants or animals for specific traits or characteristics. This selective breeding is done to enhance desirable features, such as size, color, or yield, according to human preferences. 2. **Process of Artificial Selection**: - **Selection of Parent Organisms**: Initially, a true breeding line is established. For example, if a certain trait is desired (like height in plants), individuals exhibiting that trait are selected. - **Crossbreeding**: The selected individuals are then crossbred. This can produce a variety of offspring with different traits. ...
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