Biology GCSE
Genetic variation within species
What Genetic variation within species means in Biology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Genetic variation within species
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The range of genetic variation within a species is part of biodiversity, because populations with greater genetic variation are more likely to survive changing conditions.
Topics that use Genetic variation within species
- Biodiversity (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Biodiversity
- Conservation and sustainability
- Ecosystem comparison
- Ecosystem stability
- Food and shelter provision
- Global and local scales
- Human impact on the environment
- Maintenance of the physical environment
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