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What is Isolation? - Biology

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What is Isolation?

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It is the separation of the population of a particular species into smaller units which prevents interbreeding between them. A barrier that prevents gene flow or exchange of genes between isolated populations, is called isolating mechanism.

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Chapter 5: Origin and Evolution of Life - Exercises [Page 118]

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Balbharati Biology [English] 12 Standard HSC Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 5 Origin and Evolution of Life
Exercises | Q 5.5 | Page 118
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