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9 Cards in this Set
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Mutation |
An insertion, deletion or substitution in a genetic sequence or gene. |
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Genetic Diversity |
Variation of genes and inheritance characteristics found in a population of the same species. |
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The peppered moth story |
In a forest, moths evolved from a lighter color to much darker color through natural selection after the environmental pressure of pollution(darkening of trees). |
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Insect-resistant plants |
(selectively breed these!)- plants that have a gene to decrease the likelihood of being eaten and destroyed by insects. |
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pest-resistant plants |
(selectively breed these!)- plants that have a gene to decrease the likelihood of being eaten and destroyed by insects and other animals. |
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Pest |
An insect or other small animal that harms or destroys crops,trees,etc. |
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Disease-resistant plants |
(selectively breed these!)- plants that have a gene to decrease the likelihood of being eaten and/or destroyed by disease-causing bacteria,fungi,and viruses. |
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Insecticide-resistant insects :( |
Insects that have a gene to decrease the likelihood of being killed by insecticide. |
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Antibiotic-resistant bacteria:( |
Bacteria that have DNA/gene to decrease the likelihood of being killed by antibiotics. These bacteria causing infections in humans are known as "super bugs." |
