Population Variation

Mr. Anderson discusses the importance of genetic variation in populations, using examples like the Tasmanian devil and black-footed ferret. He explains how a lack of genetic diversity can lead to extinction, as seen in the Tasmanian devil's facial tumor disease. The video also covers HIV immunity in humans, highlighting the CCR5 Delta 32 mutation that provides resistance to the virus. The importance of genetic variation is emphasized throughout, showing how it can protect populations from diseases.

Discuss the relationship between population bottlenecks and genetic diversity using the example of the black-footed ferret.

What mutation is associated with immunity to HIV in some humans, and how does it relate to genetic diversity?

How can Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium be applied to understand allele frequencies in populations?