Founder Effect Explained 12th Biology Origin of Life

Dive into the concept of the Founder Effect in this quick guide, perfect for 12th-grade Biology students exploring the Origin and Evolution of Life. The founder effect occurs when a few individuals become isolated from a large population and establish a new population with different allele frequencies. This phenomenon is a key factor in understanding genetic diversity and speciation. Watch to grasp how small populations can lead to big changes in genetic makeup, making this a must-know topic for your exams. Question covered: What is the founder effect? Options: When a few individuals become isolated from a large population and establish a new population with different allele frequencies, The process by which new species are formed, The increase in genetic diversity within a population, The stabilization of allele frequencies over time. Correct answer: When a few individuals become isolated from a large population and establish a new population with different allele frequencies.

Standard: 12th
Subject: BIOLOGY
Medium: English

Chapter: Origin and Evolution of Life
Chapter Number: 5
Book Page: 94

Difficulty: hard

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