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Population Genetics
Hardy-Weinberg
Question | Answer |
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Explain the Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium | A mathematical statement on the conditions of a hypothetical non-evolving population. Used to identify the conditions in which evolution happens by showing us the impossible set of circumstances needed to block evolution. |
What is the equation? | P2 + 2PQ + O2 = 1 |
Describe the model | Evolution is changes in allele/genotype frequencies over time. If a pop. is in H-W Equilibrium there is no change in allele/genotype frequencies. (pop. is not evolving). |
What are the H-W Equilibrium conditions? | Random mating (non-pref mating), Large pop. size (no genetic drift), No immigration/emigration (no gene flow), and no mutation. All traits in the pop. have equal fitness. |
Genetic Drift: | Occurs when population is not infinitely large. |
Gene Flow: | Immigration or emigration |
Mutation: | Spontaneous appearance of new genetic variation |
Natural Selection: | Differential fitness exhibited among traits |