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Bio Final
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Natural selection can only act on traits: | that are heritable. |
| What is the difference between artificial selection and natural selection? | Artificial selection requires human intervention, whereas natural selection does not require human intervention. |
| Which of the following is the best measure of an organism's fitness? | the number of fertile offspring it produces |
| Natural selection decreases genetic variability in a population. This statement is: | sometimes correct, especially in cases of stabilizing selection |
| Under the right conditions, which type of selection is most likely to lead to the formation of new species? | disruptive |
| Genetic drift will have the greatest effects for populations: | that are very small. |
| A gene pool consists of | All of the above are correct. |
| During gene flow, where do the genes flow to? | The genes flow into and out of the population due to migration of individuals from one population to another. |
| Radioactive isotopes emit high-energy particles that can damage DNA. These substances are known as: | mutagens. |