Gene flow ____.
A) has a homogenizing influence between two populations
B) speeds up the divergence of two populations
C) increases the genetic variation between populations
D) is promoted by isolating mechanisms
E) promotes inbreeding

Question

Gene flow ____.
A) ​has a homogenizing influence between two populations
B) ​speeds up the divergence of two populations
C) ​increases the genetic variation between populations
D) ​is promoted by isolating mechanisms
E) ​promotes inbreeding

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Gene flow has a homogenizing influence between two populations by introducing new genetic variation and decreasing genetic differentiation. This can result in the two populations becoming more similar to each other over time.

Gene Flow ____