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gene flowIntroduction of genetic material (by interbreeding) from one population of a species to another, thereby changing the composition of the gene pool of the receiving population. The introduction of new characteristics through gene flow increases variability within the population and makes possible new combinations of traits. In humans, gene flow usually comes about through human migration. gene flow [′jēn ‚flō] (genetics) The passage and establishment of alleles characteristic of one breeding population into the gene pool of another population through hybridization and backcrossing. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Her genetic analysis showed unusually low gene flow between the large- and small-beaked groups. The Sumgayit region also acts as an ecological sink, with levels of gene flow into the region exceeding gene flow out of the region. These differences in mobility could have had significant effects on the gene flow within and between populations. |
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