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Question
Any random fluctuation in allele frequency, occurring in the natural population by pure chance is called __________.
Options
gene pool
gene mutation
genetic recombination
genetic drift
Solution
Any random fluctuation in allele frequency, occurring in the natural population by pure chance is called genetic drift.
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