What does this equation describe? p2 + 2pq + q2 = 1 Select one: a. the process of evolution b. the makeup of a gene pool c. the size of a population d. the natural selection law
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Step 1: The equation p2 + 2pq + q2 = 1 is known as the Hardy-Weinberg equation, which describes the makeup of a gene pool in a population. Show more…
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