Question

Why is variation important for species??

Answer 1

Genetic diversity plays an importantrole in the survival and adaptability of aspecies. When a population's habitat changes, the population may have to adapt to survive; the ability of the population to adapt to the changing environment will determine their ability to cope with an environmental challenge.

Answer 2

variation refers to the changes observed in phenotype and genotype the individuals in a population of between parents and their offspring.
variation gives survival advantage.