Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (Looseleaf)
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Chapter 44, Problem 2CT
Mountain gorillas are a highly endangered primate species, with 800 or so individuals surviving in the two remaining populations. A recent sampling of mountain gorilla genomes revealed a very low level of genetic diversity. Explain why a decline in genetic diversity often accompanies a decline in
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