Founder effect occurs when __________
a. a subset of a larger population becomes isolated
b. a negative mutation is allowed to reproduce
c. a large population comes into contact with a smaller population
d. several gene pools blend together forming a new, larger gene pool
Correct Answer: a
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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