Genetic History of Spain

The video explores the genetic history of Spain, detailing its formation as a nation and the various genetic influences over time. It covers the impact of Western Hunter Gatherers, early farmers, and steppe-related ancestry. The video also examines genetic changes during the Iron Age, Roman, and Visigoth periods, as well as the significant influence of Muslim rule. Modern genetic differentiation in Spain is discussed, highlighting the prevalence of haplogroups like R1b and E1b1b1b. The video concludes with a look at Spain's genetic diversity and its historical context.

When did Spain form into a unitary state?

• In the early 14th century

• In the late 15th century

• In the mid-16th century

• In the early 17th century

What was one of the main elements in the formation of the ancient Spanish gene pool?

• Eastern Hunter Gatherers

• Western Hunter Gatherers

• Northern Farmers

• Southern Traders

Which culture is associated with the steppe-related ancestry in Spain?

• The Celtic culture

• The Roman culture

• The Visigoth culture

• The Yamnaya culture

During which period did the Romans invade Iberia?

• 472 AD

• 150 AD

• 300 BC

• 218 BC

What was a significant finding of the 2019 study on the genetic history of Spain?

• Varying degrees of North African ancestry

• Uniform genetic makeup across Spain

• No North African ancestry in Spain

• Complete genetic isolation from Europe

What is the term used for the period of Muslim rule in parts of the Iberian Peninsula?

• The Caliphate

• The Alhambra

• The Reconquista

• Al-Andalus

Which region in Spain showed the highest amounts of North African ancestry according to the 2019 study?

• Andalusia

• Basque Country

• Catalonia

• Galicia

What percentage of Sephardic Jewish ancestry was found in a 2008 study?

• 5.2%

• 25.4%

• 19.8%

• 10.6%

Which haplogroup is particularly common in the Basque Country and Catalonia?

• R1b

• H1

• E1b1b1b

• R1a

How does the genetic diversity of the Spanish population compare to Western and Northern Europeans?

• Less genetically diverse

• Equally diverse

• More genetically diverse

• Not comparable