What is another word for Heterosis?
Pronunciation: [hˈɛtɹə͡ʊsˌiz] (IPA) 
Heterosis is a term commonly used in genetics to refer to the phenomenon whereby the offspring of two different strains or breeds of a species exhibit improved or superior traits compared to their parents. Synonyms for this word include hybrid vigor, heterozygosity, hybridization, outbreeding, crossbreeding, and cross-fertilization. These terms all refer to the same basic idea of combining genetic material from different sources to create offspring that are stronger, healthier, and more resilient than either of their parents. Heterosis has long been recognized as an important factor in agricultural breeding programs, where it has been used to improve crop yields, disease resistance, and other desirable traits.
