Although There Are Approximately 10,000 Cheetahs Left in the Wild

question 18

Multiple Choice

Although there are approximately 10,000 cheetahs left in the wild, biologists think that their numbers were much lower at some time in the past because cheetah populations have very little genetic variation. What is the most likely reason for the lack of genetic variability in cheetahs?

• A) Environmental stochasticity
• B) Demographic stochasticity
• C) Genetic stochasticity
• D) Genetic drift

Learn about the processes of growth, development, and metabolism in living organisms.

Understand the concepts of homeostasis and negative feedback mechanisms in the body.

Identify and describe the functions of different body systems.

Recognize anatomical terminology related to body orientation, direction, and regions.

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