Asked by Iconic Dreams on May 01, 2024
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Human biological variation stems from all of the following except:
A) natural selection
B) random genetic drift
C) geographic isolation
D) cultural beliefs
Genetic Drift
A mechanism of evolution that results in random changes in the frequency of alleles (gene variants) in a population over time due to chance events.
Geographic Isolation
Refers to the separation of populations by physical barriers, such as mountains or rivers, leading to genetic divergence and speciation.
Cultural Beliefs
The shared ideas, customs, and social behavior of particular people or societies that influence their worldviews and ways of life.
- Grasp the biological and cultural factors influencing human variation.
Verified Answer
RK
Ramya KanesanMay 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Cultural beliefs may influence how humans perceive and define biological differences among populations, but they do not cause biological variation. Biological variation arises through natural selection, random genetic drift, and geographic isolation.
Learning Objectives
- Grasp the biological and cultural factors influencing human variation.