The Minimum Viable Population (MVP) Is the Minimum Population Size

question 3

True/False

The Minimum Viable Population (MVP) is the minimum population size that avoids inbreeding depression.

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Definitions:

Sex Chromosome

A chromosome in the shape of a Y (male) or an X (female) that determines the sex of the child.

Klinefelter Syndrome

A chromosomal disorder found among males that is caused by an extra X sex chromosome and is characterized by infertility and mild intellectual disability.

Phenotype

The actual form, or constitution, of a person as determined by heredity and environmental factors.

Heredity

The passing of traits from parents to offspring through genes.