4.17 Flashcards
1
Q
The Heterozygosity Index? (formula)
A
number of heterozygotes / number of individuals in the population.
2
Q
What is the purpose of the heterozygosity index?
A
To demonstrate the degree of genetic variations within a population.
3
Q
What is genetic diversity?
A
Involves the number of different alleles/ genotypes of a specific species.
4
Q
What is biodiversity?
A
The variety of life (plant and animal) in a habitat.
5
Q
what is species richness?
A
The number of different species present in an ecological environment.
