One of the Assumptions of the Hardy-Weinberg Theorem Is That

question 6

Multiple Choice

One of the assumptions of the Hardy-Weinberg theorem is that

• A)the size of the population is small.
• B)gene frequencies change by chance alone.
• C)migration into and out of the population occurs regularly.
• D)mating within the population is random.
• E)mutations occur regularly.

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Definitions:

Dead Consumers

Organisms that have consumed other organisms during their lifetime and have since died, playing a role in nutrient cycling as they decompose.

Environment

The sum of all external conditions and influences affecting the life and development of organisms.

Sun Energy

The radiant energy emitted by the Sun, which is harnessed by plants for photosynthesis and influences Earth's climate and weather.

Decomposers

Organisms that break down dead or decaying organisms, contributing to nutrient recycling in ecosystems.