What is the ultimate source of genetic variation?
Evolution and Natural Selection Flashcard

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Mutation is the ultimate source of genetic variation, introducing new alleles into a population.
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Who developed the Linnaean System of Classification?
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Carl Linnaeus developed the Linnaean System of Classification, which organizes living organisms into hierarchical categories.
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What is a consequence of low biodiversity?
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Increased vulnerability to diseases and pests is a consequence of low biodiversity, as fewer species can lead to ecosystem instability.
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What is an example of an adaptation?
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A polar bear's white fur is an adaptation that helps it blend into its snowy environment.
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What is speciation?
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Speciation is the process by which new species are created, often through evolutionary changes.
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What is natural selection?
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Natural selection is the process where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.
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What is genetic drift?
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Genetic drift is a mechanism of evolution that refers to random changes in allele frequencies in a population.
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