ARTIFICIAL SELECTION FOR BEHAVIOR
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FIGURE 3.6 Artificial selection in sunflowers, Helianthus annuus, has emphasized larger inflorescences (a cluster of small flowers called florets), larger seeds, higher oil content, and variation in the composition of oils to serve diverse purposes—from stability when frying to a delicate taste as a salad oil.
(© Al Schneider, www.swcoloradowildflowers.com)
(Joe Petersburger/National Geographic Stock)