Question

Which of the following are benefits of genetic diversity? Select all that apply.

1 gametes are identical as a result of meiosis
2 species survive despite negative mutations
3 offspring are identical to parents
4 species adapt to ever-changing environments
5 gene pool is strengthened

Answer 1

The benefits of genetic diversity include:

• 2- species survive despite negative mutations
• 4- species adapt to ever-changing environments
• 5-gene pool is strengthened

Step-by-step explanation:

Mutations resulting from errors within gene replication frequently accumulate within species, becoming more stable over time. They lead to other forms of the same genes called alleles.

Several alleles within a population's gene pools leads to higher diversity. These may become beneficial, as the environment of the organism changes.

Mutations that confer benefits tend to help organisms survive and produce offspring, passing on these genes. However, some mutations may be deleterious/harmful and fatal. High diversity reduces the deleterious effects of some mutations on a population for a stronger gene pool i.e. the species survives.