Biology for IGCSE & O level - Variation And Selection (Section 1)
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In the context of the plant with the perch, how does the branchless stem benefit the plant?
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(C)
It makes it easier for birds to access nectar, facilitating pollination.
2
What is an advantage for the plant to develop flowers which has a perch, enabling them to push their beaks into the red flowers to drink nectar and at the same time pollinate the plant?
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The plants gain a selective advantage.
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In the context of the weeds in the concrete jungle, what is the environmental pressure that favors the evolution of heavier seeds?
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Limited soil availability in the parent plant's vicinity
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What is the definition of gene?
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(A)
A segment of DNA that codes for a specific trait.
5
Which type of selection produces the Merino sheep?
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(B)
Artificial Selection
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Which of the following is an example of natural selection?
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(B)
A plant developing a resistance to a new herbicide.
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In a population, which individuals are most likely to pass on their traits to the next generation according to natural selection?
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Those with traits that allow them to survive and reproduce.
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How does a new allele arise in a population?
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Through mutation.
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What is the definition of variation in biology?
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(B)
The differences between individuals of the same species.
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What happens to the individuals with the best adapted traits in the environment?
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They will survive and reproduce.
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Which of the following creates genetic variation?
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(C)
Mutation
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What is the most likely reason that the tomcod fish developed resistance to PCBs?
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(B)
A mutation arose that protected them from the PCBs.
13
What is one potential downside of selective breeding?
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(C)
A reduction in disease resistance.
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In selective breeding, what is the role of humans?
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(A)
They select the best traits to breed for the next generation.
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Which of the following would be an example of a trait that may be improved through selective breeding?
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(B)
The increased yield of grain in a crop.
16
What type of graph is used to show continuous variation?
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(C)
A histogram
17
Which of the following is required for natural selection to work?
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A
B
C
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Which of the following terms best describes what is meant by the term hybrid vigour?
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(C)
The enhanced vigour of offspring resulting from outbreeding.
19
Which of the following is a factor that causes the struggle for survival?
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(D)
All of the above
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What is the process of natural selection based on?
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(B)
Individuals with the best adaptations being most likely to survive and reproduce.
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Which of the following is an example of a discontinuous variation?
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(C)
Blood groups in humans
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Which of the following shows the effect of a gene mutation?
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A change in the phenotype.
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What is the main role of the 'struggle for existence' in natural selection?
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(C)
To drive competition and selection.
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Which statement best describes the meaning of phenotype?
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The observable traits of an organism.
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What would happen if an organism had an advantageous feature?
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(A)
It is more likely to survive and reproduce.
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What is the role of 'competition' in natural selection?
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(C)
To determine which individuals are best suited for survival and reproduction.
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Which of the following is an example of an adaptation?
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(C)
The long neck of a giraffe
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What is the process where an organism's genetic constitution determines the range of forms found in a species?
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(B)
Variation
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Which statement best describes what happens to an organism with adaptive features?
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(B)
It is more likely to survive and reproduce.
30
Which of the following is a result of natural selection?
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(B)
An increase in antibiotic resistance.
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Which factor is likely to cause the beetles' different colours?
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(C)
Beetles are well camouflaged so that predators cannot see them.
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What is the ultimate source of new genetic variation?
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(C)
Mutation
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How can the environment influence the phenotype of an organism?
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(B)
By influencing the expression of genes.
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What type of data is best displayed using a histogram?
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(C)
Data showing continuous variation
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Which of these is an example of continuous variation?
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(C)
The height of human beings
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What does 'inheritance' mean in the context of natural selection?
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(B)
The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
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Which of the following is an example of an adaptive feature that helps plants survive in the aquatic environment?
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(C)
Air spaces in stems
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Which of the following is an example of an environmental factor influencing variation?
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(C)
Height influenced by nutrition
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What is the source of new alleles within a population?
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(C)
Mutation
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Which of the following are key differences between artificial and natural selection?
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A
B
C
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Which type of variation can be affected by environmental factors?
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(B)
Continuous
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What is the ultimate source of new genetic variation in a population, upon which natural selection can act?
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(B)
Mutation
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What is a gene mutation?
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(B)
A change in the DNA sequence.
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Which of the following best describes how natural selection causes changes in a population?
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(C)
Individuals with beneficial traits survive and reproduce more.
45
In selective breeding, what is the primary goal?
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(B)
To produce organisms with desired traits.
46
What type of variation is demonstrated by the different blood groups found in humans?
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(B)
Discontinuous variation
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Which of the following is a result of natural selection?
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(C)
Change in a species over time
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What is the main driving force behind natural selection?
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(B)
The survival of the fittest in a competitive environment.
49
What is the significance of a mutation in a sex cell?
