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Gene Flow: Its Role in Shaping Populations and Species

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Gene flow is the movement of genetic material (i.e., genes) from one population to another. This can occur through the migration of individuals or the exchange of gametes (i.e., sperm and eggs) between populations. Gene flow can significantly impact the genetic makeup of a population and can affect the evolution of a species. A critical […]

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Founder Effect: Uncovering the Beauty in Genetic Diversity, a true story

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The founder effect is a phenomenon that occurs when a small group of individuals, known as founders, establish a new population that is genetically distinct from the larger population from which they came. This can happen as a result of geographic isolation, colonization, or other factors that cause a subset of a population to become

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