Isotopes Are Atoms of the Same Element That Differ in Their

question 59

Multiple Choice

Isotopes are atoms of the same element that differ in their

• A)neutron number.
• B)electron number.
• C)proton number.
• D)atomic number.
• E)chemical properties.

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Definitions:

Allele Frequency

The proportion of all copies of a particular gene in a population that are of a given allele type, influencing genetic diversity and evolution.

Hardy-Weinberg Theorem

A principle that states allele and genotype frequencies in a population will remain constant from generation to generation in the absence of other evolutionary influences.

Immigration

The action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country.

Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium

A principle that states the genetic variation in a population will remain constant from one generation to another in the absence of disturbing factors.