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INHERITANCE VARIATION AND EVOLUTION - Variation Flashcards

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Variation

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Differences in the characteristics of individuals

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What Can Variation Be Due to Differences In?

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Genes that individuals have inherited (genetics). Conditions in which individuals have developed (environment). Combination of genes and environmental causes

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Genetic Variation Mutations

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Changes in the DNA of a cell. Occur continuously at a very low rate. Often have no effect on the phenotype. Can sometimes be harmful but occasionally useful

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