Definitions
- Describing the process of breeding between two individuals of the same species. - Referring to the crossing of two different varieties or strains within the same species. - Talking about the genetic exchange that occurs between two individuals during sexual reproduction.
- Describing the mating between two individuals of different species. - Referring to the breeding between two different subspecies or races within the same species. - Talking about the process of producing offspring through sexual reproduction between two genetically distinct individuals.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe the process of breeding or reproduction.
- 2Both involve the exchange of genetic material between two individuals.
- 3Both can result in the production of offspring with unique genetic traits.
What is the difference?
- 1Species: Intercross refers to breeding between individuals of the same species, while interbreed involves breeding between individuals of different species.
- 2Genetic similarity: Intercross involves breeding between individuals of the same variety or strain, while interbreed involves breeding between genetically distinct individuals.
- 3Viability: Intercross often results in viable offspring, while interbreed may produce sterile or non-viable offspring.
- 4Purpose: Intercross is often used in plant breeding to create new hybrids, while interbreed is more commonly used in animal breeding.
- 5Connotation: Intercross has a more neutral connotation, while interbreed can have negative connotations due to concerns about genetic diversity and potential health problems in offspring.
Remember this!
Intercross and interbreed are both words used to describe the process of breeding or reproduction. However, the difference between them lies in the species involved, genetic similarity, viability of offspring, purpose, and connotation. Intercross refers to breeding between individuals of the same species, while interbreed involves breeding between individuals of different species. Intercross often results in viable offspring, while interbreed may produce sterile or non-viable offspring. Intercross is often used in plant breeding to create new hybrids, while interbreed is more commonly used in animal breeding.
