Evolution by Natural Selection (Part 2)

Question 1

• the fraction of the variation in a population due to differences in gene

Answer 1

Heritability of a trait

Question 2

Diversity in Darwin’s finches:
3 types of finches observed

Answer 2

1. Warbler finches
2. Tree finches
3. Ground finches

Question 3

Where were the Geospiza fortis found?

Answer 3

Isla Daphne Major

Question 4

Light that is absorbed can be re-emitted by a process known as

Answer 4

Luminescence

Question 5

Gene involved in expression of beak depth

Answer 5

Bmp4

Question 6

What are the fruits eaten by the finches that also showed adaptation to the drought that happened in 1977?

Answer 6

Tribulus cistoides