Genetic Diversity and Biodiversity Conservation

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What is the purpose of selectively breeding different dog breeds?

To ensure all dogs have similar traits

To get desired traits in specific breeds (correct)

To reduce genetic diversity

To increase genetic mutations

Why is sexual reproduction important in maintaining genetic diversity?

It gives rise to different physical attributes in individuals

It provides unique offspring by combining genes of parents (correct)

It ensures survival of only the fittest individuals

It reduces the recurrence of undesirable inherited traits

How does genetic diversity help in adapting to environmental changes?

By providing different physical attributes to individuals

By reducing the recurrence of undesirable inherited traits

By maintaining a pool of genes that can adapt to stress and diseases (correct)

By ensuring survival of only the fittest individuals

Which method of genetic diversity conservation involves identifying and protecting 'hotspots' of biodiversity?

In situ conservation Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit of genetic diversity for a healthy population?

Maintaining different gene varieties resistant to pests and diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of ex-situ conservation?

To preserve genetic material outside the natural habitat Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to maintain genetic diversity in populations of plants and animals?

To enhance resilience and adaptation to changing environments Signup and view all the answers

Why is genetic diversity important for producing new plant varieties?

To cross-breed different genetic variants and develop plants with desirable traits Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is used in conserving genetic diversity by preserving gametes in viable conditions?

Cryopreservation Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to genetic diversity by causing changes over time?

Mutation of genes Signup and view all the answers

In genetic diversity conservation, what does the term 'hotspots' refer to?

Specific locations rich in endemic species diversity Signup and view all the answers

How does genetic diversity help reduce the risk of undesirable inherited traits?

By maintaining a pool of genes with varying traits Signup and view all the answers

What does the term BIODIVERSITY refer to?

The sum total of various life forms at different biological levels Signup and view all the answers

Why is genetic diversity important for population health?

It provides a buffer against diseases and environmental changes Signup and view all the answers

What convention signed in 1992 defines Biodiversity as the 'totality of genes, species, and ecosystems of a region'?

Convention on Biological Diversity Signup and view all the answers

Why do biologists often define Biodiversity as the totality of genes, species, and ecosystems of a region?

To highlight the interdependence of genes, species, and ecosystems Signup and view all the answers

How does genetic diversity contribute to adaptation in populations?

By providing a pool of varied traits that can be selected for in changing environments Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of Biodiversity includes the variety within species and between species?

Genetic diversity within a population Signup and view all the answers

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