Multiple Choice
Which of the following effects did the emergence of organic molecules have on Earth's early atmosphere and organisms?
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Which of the following processes is best described by the bottleneck effect in population genetics?
A
A sudden reduction in population size due to a natural disaster
B
The gradual adaptation of a population to its environment
C
The random mating of individuals within a large population
D
The introduction of new genetic material through migration
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Begin by understanding the concept of the bottleneck effect in population genetics. The bottleneck effect occurs when there is a significant reduction in the size of a population due to an event, leading to a loss of genetic diversity.
Consider the options provided in the problem. The bottleneck effect is characterized by a sudden reduction in population size, not gradual changes or random mating.
Evaluate each option: A sudden reduction in population size due to a natural disaster aligns with the definition of the bottleneck effect, as it involves a rapid decrease in population size.
The gradual adaptation of a population to its environment is a process of natural selection, not a bottleneck effect, as it involves slow changes over time.
The random mating of individuals within a large population and the introduction of new genetic material through migration are processes that increase genetic diversity, contrasting with the bottleneck effect, which reduces it.
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