Polyhybrid Cross in Genetics

Polyhybrid Cross:

These experiments involve the study of the inheritance of more than two pairs of contrasting characters at the same time. The cross may be referred to as:

Trihybrid Cross:

It involves the inheritance of three pairs of contrasting characters.

Tetrahybrid Cross:

It involves the inheritance of four pairs of contrasting characters.

Pentahybrid Cross:

It involves the inheritance of five pairs of contrasting characters.