In genetics, referring to a type of breeding design where every individual mates with every other individual to study genetic traits and inheritance patterns.
From Greek dia- (through, across) + allelos (one another, mutual). First used in genetics in early 20th century to describe reciprocal crosses. The term describes mutual or reciprocal relationships in breeding.
A 'diallel cross' in genetics is like a complete dating app where everyone matches with everyone—scientists use this breeding strategy to understand exactly which traits come from which parent genes and how traits interact.
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