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Daniel Romero
on Dec 28, 2024Verified
Consider a mutation of the gene that determines female lifespan. The lifespan of a female with this mutation will change from 75 to 150 years. This mutation would ____.
A) definitely be passed on and increase over time in future generations
B) probably remain rare and not be passed on
C) possibly be passed on or not, depending on how it interacted with the woman's childbearing frequency
D) increase the number of sex partners the woman will want to have
Gene Mutation
A permanent alteration in the DNA sequence that makes up a gene, which can affect how a gene functions.
Female Lifespan
Refers to the average duration of life of a female in a population, typically measured in years.
- Comprehend the foundational concepts of evolutionary theory, such as natural selection and reproductive success.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the foundational concepts of evolutionary theory, such as natural selection and reproductive success.
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