Phenotypic Plasticity

question 3

Multiple Choice

Phenotypic plasticity

• A) is unimportant to evolution.
• B) is the direct result of the environment on the phenotype.
• C) is the direct result of the genotype on the phenotype.
• D) occurs in traits with high heritability.
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Single Unit

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Figure-Ground Perception

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Connectedness

The state or feeling of being connected and having close relationships with others.

Closure

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