Why is inbreeding such a problem? Why shouldn't organisms have offspring with close relatives?
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This can result in a higher frequency of genetic disorders and reduced fitness in the offspring, a phenomenon known as inbreeding depression. There are several reasons why inbreeding is a problem: Show more…
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