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Population Genetics: Allele Frequency Changes Over Time

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What term describes a species that is native to a certain area and found nowhere else in the world?

Endemic species (correct)

Native species

Exotic species

Invasive species

Which of the following best describes the Channel Island Fox in relation to its origin?

It is a common species found worldwide

It is an invasive species from the mainland

It is an exotic species introduced by humans

It is an endemic species to the Channel Islands (correct)

What does the term 'genotype frequencies' refer to in the context of population genetics?

The study of gene mutations in a population

The number of individuals carrying a recessive allele

The variety of alleles found in an individual

The percentage of a specific genotype in a population (correct)

How are gene alleles related to genotype frequencies in a population?

Genotype frequencies influence the expression of gene alleles Signup and view all the answers

In population genetics, what is meant by 'allele frequency'?

The percentage of a specific allele relative to all alleles for that gene in a population Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of 'gene pool' relate to genetic diversity?

Gene pool represents the variety of genetic traits in a population Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a species having a small gene pool?

Reduced risk of genetic disorders Signup and view all the answers

How can changes in genotype frequencies impact the evolution of a population?

'Bottleneck effect' Signup and view all the answers

What phenomenon refers to new individuals establishing a population that is genetically different from the original population?

'Founder effect' Signup and view all the answers

'Gray Fox' migrating to Channel Islands and giving rise to 'Channel Island Fox' is an example of:

'Gene flow' Signup and view all the answers