If a Population Was in Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium, Then ____ Would

question 12

Multiple Choice

If a population was in Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, then ____ would occur in that population.

• A)directional selection
• B)an increase of recessive alleles
• C)no evolutionary changes
• D)assortive mating

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Definitions:

Organophosphates

A group of chemicals used as insecticides, affecting the nervous system by inhibiting an enzyme critical for nerve function.

Systemic Insecticides

Chemicals that are absorbed by a plant and provide protection from pests by poisoning them when they feed on the plant.

Malathion

A chemical compound used as an insecticide, particularly effective against mosquitoes but also posing potential risks to human health and the environment.

Chlorinated Hydrocarbons

A group of chemical compounds that contain chlorine, carbon, and hydrogen, used in industrial applications but known for their environmental persistence and potential toxicity.