Biology for IGCSE & O level - Human Influences On Ecosystems (Section 9 - No. 7)

What are some of the benefits of maintaining genetic diversity within a population?
It decreases the population's ability to adapt to changes in the environment.
It makes the population more susceptible to disease.
It increases the chances of the population's survival in changing conditions.
It leads to inbreeding and genetic defects.

Explanation

Genetic diversity helps a population adapt and survive.

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