How Does Gene Flow Differ from Genetic Drift

question 29

Multiple Choice

How does gene flow differ from genetic drift?

• A)Gene flow is the random change in the frequency of alleles.
• B)Gene flow is the random change in a gene or chromosome.
• C)Gene flow is the guiding force of evolution.
• D)Gene flow is the spread of new genetic material from one gene pool to another.

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