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HL 3.1 Artificial Selection - An Evaluation

In this case study, we will look at the story of maize (Zea Mays), how it has been artificially selected, and what are the consequences of this for food security. From the guide: 3.1.14 Artificial selection reduces genetic diversity and, consequently, species resilience. Include the distinction between natural selection, which is not deliberate, and artificial selection, which is the deliberate act of choosing...

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