Selective Breeding

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What is selective breeding?

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Selective breeding is the process of choosing specific plants or animals to reproduce based on desired traits.

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What is a potential problem with selective breeding?

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One problem with selective breeding is that gene variety is lost.

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Give an example of selective breeding.

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An example of selective breeding is a person pollinating 2 white rose plants to only create white roses.

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What does inbreeding involve?

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Inbreeding involves crossing 2 similar animals.

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What is a negative consequence of selective breeding?

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Animals can have bad health problems due to selective breeding.

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Which of the following is NOT a result of selective breeding?

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An insect that matches the color of the environment is NOT a result of selective breeding.

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What is the goal of selective breeding?

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The goal of selective breeding is to enhance specific traits in plants or animals.

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How does selective breeding affect genetic diversity?

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Selective breeding can reduce genetic diversity within a species.

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What is hybrid vigor?

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Hybrid vigor refers to the improved or increased function of any biological quality in a hybrid offspring.

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What is the difference between selective breeding and natural selection?

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Selective breeding is human-directed, while natural selection is a natural process.