population genetics Flashcards
1
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define population
A
every member with selected characteristic
2
Q
hardy werinburg principle
A
if a population is in genetic equilibrium, the frequencies of the alleles will not change from one generation to the next
genotype freuqneces can be calculated from allele frequencies
3
Q
allele
A
an alternative form of of a gene that is located at a specific position on a specific chromosome
4
Q
genotype
A
the genetic makeup of an individual at a specific gene
5
Q
phenotype
A
observable physical characteristics due to genetic makeup
6
Q
a population will be in genetic equilibrium if:
A
- the population is infinitely large
- random mating occurs
- no migration
- no natural selection
- no mutation
7
Q
genetic linkage
A
tendency for certain alleles to be inherited together
