Question

Low genetic diversity within a population of Coachella Valley fringe-toed lizards can lead to _____. faster range expansion for the species lower mortality rates higher birth rates higher rates of birth defects and increased susceptibility to disease

Answer 1

increased susceptibility to disease

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer would be increased susceptibility to disease.

Low genetic diversity within a population means that there are few alleles in the gene pool of the population. The implication is that the population will not be able to evolve in response to disruptive influences. There are few alleles available for natural selection to act on. Hence, the population is more susceptible to external influences such as disease outbreak.