Birt rate
A large population increases genetics variation. Mutation will also increase genetics variation.
sexual reproduction
When genetic variation increases within a population, the likelihood of inbreeding depression typically decreases. This is because a greater diversity of alleles allows for a more robust gene pool, reducing the chances of harmful recessive traits being expressed. Additionally, increased genetic variation often enhances a population's adaptability and resilience to environmental changes.
Genetic variation allows a population to adapt to a changing environment.
below the isocline of a population increases. above the iscline of a population in decerasing.
Natural selection determines if a specific variation increases or decreases an organism's fitness in their environment and shifts the population in favour of the beneficial variations.
Stabilizing selection maintains genetic variation by favoring the average traits, while disruptive selection increases genetic variation by favoring extreme traits.
The primary original source of genetic variation in a population is mutation. Mutations are changes in the DNA sequence that can lead to new genetic variations in populations, providing the raw material for evolution to occur.
Mutations
One activity that increases genetic variation within a population of earthworms is sexual reproduction. During mating, earthworms exchange genetic material through copulation, leading to offspring with a mix of traits from both parents. Additionally, factors such as environmental changes or mutations can introduce new genetic variations within the population over time. These mechanisms enhance the adaptability and resilience of the earthworm population.
If that variation is selected on the basis of survivability and reproductive success then the populations gene pool allele frequency changes and the population becomes better adapted to the immediate environment, or adapted to a new and changing environment.
Standing genetic variation refers to the existing genetic differences within a population. This variation contributes to genetic diversity by providing a pool of different genetic traits that can be passed on to future generations. This diversity helps populations adapt to changing environments and increases their chances of survival.