Asked by MUHAMMAD OSAMA on Jun 02, 2024

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Dramatic regional variations for suites of biological traits no longer exist in some populations because of:​

A) ​genetic drift
B) ​gene flow
C) ​mutation
D) ​speciation

Biological Traits

Characteristics or features of organisms that can be observed and are often determined by genetic inheritance.

Gene Flow

The transfer of genetic material from one population to another, enhancing genetic diversity within populations.

Genetic Drift

A mechanism of evolution that results in a change in the frequency of alleles in a population due to random sampling of organisms.

  • Grasp the concepts of genetic drift, gene flow, mutation, and speciation, and their impact on human evolution.
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Melanie WatersJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Gene flow refers to the exchange of genes between populations, which can reduce or eliminate regional variations in biological traits. This could occur if individuals from one population migrate to another population and interbreed, leading to the mixing of genetic traits. Genetic drift, mutation, and speciation may also play a role in shaping biological diversity, but they do not necessarily explain the elimination of regional variations in biological traits as effectively as gene flow.