Genome Duplication Is a Radical Evolutionary Gamble - Quanta Magazine
September 2, 2026
Ancient genome duplication led to the radiation of the brassica genus, including broccoli, kale, and cauliflower, and the evolution of the tomato’s colorful, fleshy fruit.
Polyploidy explains why grocery strawberries are so big (they’re octoploids) and why some watermelons are seedless (they’re triploid and sterile).
Ancient genome duplication led to the radiation of the brassica genus, including broccoli, kale, and cauliflower, and the evolution of the tomato’s colorful, fleshy fruit.
Polyploidy explains why grocery strawberries are so big (they’re octoploids) and why some watermelons are seedless (they’re triploid and sterile).