Gene flow

Gene flow (also known as gene migration) is the transfer of genes from one population to another.

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Migration into or out of a population may be responsible for a marked change in gene pool frequencies (the number of individual members with a particular trait). Immigration may result in the addition of new genetic material to the established gene pool of a particular species or population, and conversely emigration results in the removal of genetic material.

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There are a number of factors that affect the rate of gene flow between different populations. One of the most significant factors is mobility, and animals tend to be more mobile than plants. Greater mobility of an individual tends to give it greater migratory potential.

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Gene flow related Images and Photos (experimental)

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