Genetic diversity includes differences in D N A composition among individuals. Populations with little genetic diversity are more likely to suffer inbreeding and be vulnerable to environmental change.What happens to a population as it shrinks?

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∻Answer∻ ⚹ As a population shrinks, genetic diversity tends to decrease, which can lead to increased inbreeding and a higher vulnerability to environmental changes. ⚹ ∻Solution∻ ‖ a ⋮ Reduced Genetic Variability: Smaller populations have fewer individuals contributing to the gene pool, leading to reduced genetic diversity. ‖ ‖ b ⋮ Increased Inbreeding: With fewer individuals, the probability of mating between relatives increases, which can result in inbreeding depression. ‖ ‖ c ⋮ Environmental Vulnerability: A lack of genetic diversity can reduce a population's ability to adapt to environmental changes, making it more susceptible to extinction. ‖ ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹ Population shrinkage and genetic diversity ⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹ A shrinking population is likely to experience a decrease in genetic diversity, which can have negative consequences for the population's survival and adaptability. ⚹◊One related question in Biology could be: What is the relationship between population size and genetic diversity⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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