If the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium is met,what is the net effect?
A)evolution leading to a population better adapted to an unchanging environment
B)evolution leading to a population better adapted to a changing environment
C)very slow and continuous evolution with no increased adaptation
D)no evolution because the alleles in the population remain the same
E)no evolution because the alleles in the population will change

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If the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium is met, there is no change in the frequency of alleles and genotypes in the population over time. This means there is no evolution occurring, as there is no selection pressure or other mechanisms leading to changes in the genetic makeup of the population. Therefore, the best choice is D (no evolution because the alleles in the population remain the same).

If the Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium Is Met,what Is the Net Effect