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State the disadvantage of inbreeding among cattle. How it can be overcome?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Define Inbreeding**: Inbreeding refers to the mating of genetically similar or identical organisms, which often occurs over several generations. This practice is common in cattle breeding to maintain certain desirable traits. 2. **Identify the Disadvantage**: One of the main disadvantages of inbreeding among cattle is **inbreeding depression**. This phenomenon occurs when there is a lack of genetic diversity, leading to the expression of harmful recessive traits. ...
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