Consider a Population of Killer Whales

question 60

True/False

Consider a population of killer whales. The gene pool of this population would only contain alleles harboring beneficial or neutral mutations, as deleterious mutations are efficiently eliminated from the gene pool of a species.

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Definitions:

Biological Approach

A perspective in psychology that explains mental processes and behavior by focusing on genetic, hormonal, and neurochemical explanations.

Evolutionary Approach

A theoretical perspective that seeks to explain behavior through the lens of adaptation and natural selection.

Psychology

The scientific study of the mind and behavior, including the processes associated with thoughts, emotions, and actions.

J.B. Watson

An American psychologist, considered one of the founders of behaviorism, who emphasized the study of observable behavior.