Quantitative Genetics is a branch of genetics that focuses on the inheritance of traits that are influenced by multiple genes, known as polygenic traits. These traits, such as height or weight, show continuous variation in a population rather than distinct categories. Researchers use statistical methods to analyze how these traits are passed from one generation to the next, helping to understand the genetic basis of complex characteristics. This field combines principles from Mendelian Genetics and Statistics to study the genetic architecture of traits. By examining the effects of different genes and their interactions, scientists can predict how traits will vary in future generations, which is valuable in areas like Agriculture and Animal Breeding.