A Particular Form of Genetic Drift That Occurs When a Small

question 23

Multiple Choice

A particular form of genetic drift that occurs when a small group, recently derived from a larger population, migrates to a relatively isolated location is referred to as

• A) gene flow.
• B) directional selection.
• C) founder effect.
• D) generational genetic drift.
• E) an evolutionary bottleneck.

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Definitions:

Dependent Variable

The variable in a study or experiment that is expected to change as a result of variations in the predictor variables.

Abdominopelvic Cavity

A body cavity that consists of the abdominal cavity and the pelvic cavity, housing organs such as the stomach, liver, intestines, and reproductive organs.

Thoracic Cavity

The part of the body located between the neck and the abdomen, enclosed by the ribs, and containing the heart and lungs.

Diaphragm

A large, dome-shaped muscle at the base of the lungs that plays a key role in breathing.