What are different mechanisms through which genetic variation occurs? Describe the mechanism in detail in which...

What are different mechanisms through which genetic variation occurs? Describe the mechanism in detail in which a specialized plasmid plays a role for genetic variation to occur.

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gladiator answered 2 years ago

a) List the mechanisms which create genetic variation in sexually reproducing organisms.

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List and describe the molecular (sexual) mechanisms that lead to genetic variation in gametes (offspring):

Describe the four evolutionary mechanisms that alter the frequencies of existing genetic variation in natural populations....

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4) Describe the four evolutionary mechanisms that alter the frequencies of existing genetic variation in natural...

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