Differences in the sequences of nucleotides in the genes of an individual. Introduced during the process of meiosis, or by mutation.

What will be an ideal response?


genetic variation

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What is an assumption of group selection?

A. infanticide B. lack of immigration C. no natural selection D. high rates of mutation E. resource prediction

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Which of the following is transmission of disease from mother to fetus?

A. Direct B. Fomites C. Droplets D. Vertical E. Vector

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All of the following are typical components of the plasma membrane of a eukaryotic cell except

A. Glycoproteins B. Cytochromes C. Cholesterol D. Phospholipids E. Integral proteins

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Which of the following diseases cannot currently be prevented by vaccination?

A) AIDS B) polio C) measles D) tetanus

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