Which of the Following Is NOT a Reason That Genetic

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a reason that genetic diversity is important?

• A)Evolution can only act on phenotypes that are present in the population.
• B)The greater the genetic diversity of a population,the more likely that one organism will have an adaptive trait when the environment changes.
• C)Lower genetic diversity can lead to the extinction of species.
• D)Higher genetic diversity leads to more species in the ecosystem.
• E)Low genetic diversity can lead to greater susceptibly to pathogens.

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Definitions:

RAM

Random Access Memory, a type of computer memory that is used to store data temporarily, making it faster to access than disk memory.

ROM

Read-Only Memory, a type of non-volatile storage medium that is used primarily in computers and electronic devices to store firmware or software that is rarely changed.

Primary Storage

The main storage area in a computer system, typically RAM, where the operating system, application programs, and data in current use are kept so they can be quickly reached by the computer's processor.

Secondary Storage

A type of computer storage separate from the main memory, used for keeping data and programs permanently, often referred to as external or auxiliary storage.