ISSN:
1432-2242
Keywords:
Additive genetic variance
;
Dominance genetic variance
;
Epistatic genetic variance
;
Eastern cottonwood
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Summary An experimental design is presented for estimating genetic parameters using a family structure with clonally replicated individuals. This experimental design provides a technique to quantify genetic variation in a population, with partial separation of additive, dominance and epistatic gene action. Our method is offered as an alternative to techniques for estimating epistatic gene action that require several generations and/or inbreeding. Such methods are not particularly useful for long-lived perennials with long generation cycles. An example of the analysis is given with a forest tree species, Populus deltoides Bartr., and parameter estimates are presented for traits measured over 8 years.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00303527
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