Evolution and Genetics Flashcard

Evolution and Genetics Flashcard

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Science

8th Grade

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Lauren Wehlage

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does fitness mean in terms of evolution?

Back

The ability to survive and reproduce

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does gene flow affect a population’s genetic variation?

Back

It increases genetic variation

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Mutations are created in two ways. What are they?

Back

Random errors and exposure to radiation

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

_________ _______, a mechanism of evolution, is random, directionless process.

Back

Genetic drift

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Mutations can occur when an organism is exposed to ___________ or certain chemicals that damage the cell’s _______.

Back

Radiation, DNA

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Unlike an organism with low fitness, an organism with high fitness has the ability to survive and _________. Options: Mutate, Coevolve, Reproduce, Interact

Back

Reproduce