Some Strategies for Protecting Endangered Species Include the Use of DNA

question 60

Multiple Choice

Some strategies for protecting endangered species include the use of DNA profiling to identify illegally traded animal parts and assisted reproduction techniques to help boost population numbers. These techniques are examples of _____.

• A) biotechnology
• B) gene pooling
• C) biosynthetics
• D) environmental forensics
• E) DNA cloning

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Definitions:

Behavioral Trait

A characteristic way of behaving that is often significant to the survival or reproductive success of an organism.

Proximate Explanations

Explanations in biology that address the immediate cause or mechanism of a behavior or trait, as opposed to its evolutionary or historical origin.

Ultimate Explanations

Explanations interested in understanding the evolutionary reasons or adaptive significance behind behaviors or traits.

Adaptive Value

The extent to which a trait or characteristic improves an organism's chances of survival and reproduction in its environment.