Variation, Evolution and Genetics

Question 1

Variation

Answer 1

The existence of variety and differences within and between species

Question 2

Continuous Variation

Answer 2

The full range of variable between 2 extreme values
Data is normally presented in a Normal Distribution bell- shaped curve

Question 3

Examples of continuous variation

Answer 3

. height
. weight
. length

Question 4

Discontinuous Variation

Answer 4

Variables are assigned to clearly defined categories or distinct groups.