Genetic Rescue of Endangered Species Would Be Most Useful in a Species

question 10

Multiple Choice

Genetic rescue of endangered species would be most useful in a species that

• A) has a low population and low genetic diversity.
• B) has few deleterious alleles, so it can be safely hybridized.
• C) cannot be hybridized, due to lack of close relatives.
• D) is small enough to make gene therapy a viable option.

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Definitions:

Business Opportunities

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Economically Viable

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Profitable

Referring to activities, investments, or entities that generate more revenue than the costs involved, leading to financial gain.

Labor Intensive

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