3.4.7 investigating diversity Flashcards by sarah pearson

Q

how can genetic diversity/variation be assessed?

A

observable characteristics.
base sequence of DNA.
base sequence of mRNA.
amino acid sequence of proteins.
immunological studies = look at extent of species-specific antibody binding to complimentary antigen in related species.

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how do you make qualitative comparisons?

A

collect data from a random sample.
calculate mean and standard deviation = compare them.
if SD overlap NOT SIGNIFICANTLY DIFFERENT.

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