Types of variation Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is interspecific variation?
A
Refers to differences between members of different species
2
Q
What is intraspecific variation?
A
Refers to differences between members within same species
3
Q
What factors are variation caused by?
A
- Genetic variation
- Environmental variation
4
Q
What are the 5 causes for genetic variation in a population?
A
- Alleles
- Mutation
- Meiosis
- Sexual reproduction
- Chance
5
Q
What are more affected by environmental factors?
A
Plants since they aren’t mobile
6
Q
How do biologists represent the contribution of genetic + environmental factors?
A
Through statistical tests, genetic crosses, + identical twin studies
