In Populations That Have a High Degree of Genetic Diversity,the

question 1

Multiple Choice

In populations that have a high degree of genetic diversity,the fundamental cause of evolutionary change is

• A) continental drift.
• B) natural selection.
• C) long-term climatic change.
• D) mutation.

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Definitions:

DNA

Deoxyribonucleic acid, a molecule that contains the instructions an organism needs to develop, live, and reproduce.

Physical Characteristics

The observable attributes or features of a body, including size, shape, and appearance.

Psychological Characteristics

Traits related to the mind and behavior that distinguish individuals from one another.

Phenotype

The observable characteristics or traits of an organism as a result of the interaction between its genetic makeup and the environment.