Biological Approach Flashcards
1
Q
Biological Approach
A
A perspectove that emphasises
The importance of physical processes
In the body
Such as genes and neural function
2
Q
Genes
A
Make up chromosomes
Consists of DNA
which codes physical features
3
Q
Genotype
A
A particular set of genes
That a person possesses
4
Q
Phenotype
A
Characteristics of an individual
Determined by both
Genes and environment
5
Q
Evolution
A
Changes in inherited characteristics
In a biological population
Over successive generations
6
Q
Natural selection
A
The process whereby
organisms better adapted to their environment
Tend to survive
And produce offspring
7
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Sexual selection
A
Natural arising through preference
For one sex for certain characteristics
In individuals of the other sex
