The study of chromosomal variation is important because these variations in chromosome structure and number can have major effects on the characteristics of an organism. Also, these changes have been an important force in the ___________ of new species.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


evolution

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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