five fingers of darwin

Flashcard #1
Term: Non-random mating
Definition: Occurs when individuals choose mates based on specific traits, leading to certain genotypes being more common.

Flashcard #2
Term: Mutation
Definition: The source of new alleles, creating genetic variation. Can be harmful, beneficial, or neutral.

Flashcard #3
Term: Gene flow
Definition: The movement of genes between populations, which can introduce new alleles and increase genetic variation.

Flashcard #4
Term: Natural Selection
Definition: Differential survival and reproduction based on heritable traits, leading to adaptation over time.

Flashcard #5
Term: Genetic drift
Definition: Random changes in allele frequencies, especially significant in small populations.