Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Variation

Variation — practice question

Meiosis is one process that helps create genetic variation.
(a(i))[1]

Name the meiosis stage in which single chromosomes are arranged on the equator.

(a(ii))[2]

Describe the sequence of events during anaphase I of meiosis.

(a(iii))[2]

Describe the way crossing over during meiosis increases genetic variation.

(b(i))[2]

Explain how the data in Table 3.1 indicate that the two populations differ in their resistance to mesotrione.

(b(ii))[2]

Explain why this form of genetic variation is important for natural selection in water hemp populations.

(b(iii))[1]

A farmer can submit a leaf sample of water hemp from their fields to a laboratory to be checked for resistance to mesotrione or other herbicides. Suggest the advantage of this for the farmer.

(c(i))[2]

Use the formula in Fig. 3.1 to work out the value of $t$. Show your method.

(c(ii))[2]

Use your calculated $t$ value to decide whether the null hypothesis should be accepted or rejected.

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