Chapter 6: Evolution And Ecology Flashcards

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What is phenotypic plasticity

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Range of phenotypes produced by a genotype

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Directional selection

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Individuals with one extreme of a heritable phenotypic traits are favoured.

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Stabilizing selection.

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Individuals with an intermediate heritable phenotypic traits are favoured

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Disruptive selection

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Individuals at either extreme of a heritable phenotypic trait are favoured

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