A Chance Creation of a New Allele Is Called

question 36

Multiple Choice

A chance creation of a new allele is called:

• A)mutation.
• B)meiosis.
• C)genotype.
• D)genetic drift.
• E)directional selection.

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Definitions:

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Mature Forest

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Hardwoods

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