Question

(i) How does the Hardy-Weinberg’s expression (p² + 2pq + q² = 1), explain that genetic equilibrium is maintained in a population? (ii) List any two factors that can disturb the genetic equilibrium.

Answer 1

Some of the major factors which affect the genetic equilibrium and induce the variability in population are as follows: (A) Mutations (B) Recombinations during Sexual Reproduction (C) Genetic Drift (D)Gene Migration (Gene Flow) (E) Natural Selection.