Generally, mutation.
Genetic variation in itself does not 'support' natural selection: it is what natural selection acts upon.
Genetic variation. If there were no variation in the genes/phenotype then natural selection would have nothing to select from.
All species have genetic variation. ;D
There must be genetic variation, the variation must be heritable, and there must be differential reproduction (due to competition).
The four stages are: Overproduction, Genetic Variation, Struggle to Survive, and Successful Reproduction
Genetic variation is necessary for natural selection to occur. This variation provides the raw material for differential survival and reproduction, which drives the process of natural selection. Without genetic variation, there would be no differences for natural selection to act upon.
Genetic variation is important for natural selection to drive evolution because it provides the raw material for natural selection to act upon. Without genetic variation, there would be no diversity in traits for natural selection to favor or eliminate, and evolution would not be possible.
Yes, natural selection requires genetic variation to drive the process of evolution. Genetic variation provides the raw material for natural selection to act upon, leading to changes in the traits of a population over time.
No, natural selection works on that genetic variation presented to it.
They both decrease genetic variation. Stabilizing selection and disruptive selection reduce genetic variation
Genetic variation in itself does not 'support' natural selection: it is what natural selection acts upon.
The genetic variation of a population is a measure of how much individuals in a population differ genetically.
Genetic variation. If there were no variation in the genes/phenotype then natural selection would have nothing to select from.
Stabilizing selection maintains genetic variation by favoring the average traits, while disruptive selection increases genetic variation by favoring extreme traits.
Genetic variation is necessary for evolution to occur, as it provides the raw material for natural selection to act upon. This variation can arise from mutations, genetic recombination, or gene flow.
Two key factors that determine the evolution of a species are genetic variation and natural selection. Genetic variation provides the raw material for evolutionary change, while natural selection acts on this variation by favoring individuals with traits that increase their chances of survival and reproduction.
Asexual reproduction decreases genetic variation which is the raw material on which natural selection operates. This is because asexual reproduction produces identical offspring to the parent.