Q6 / 349 · NTA Abhyas (NEET) 2020 · Zoology · Evolution

A single step large mutation is called

  • A
    speciation
  • Correct answer
    B
    saltation
  • C
    genetic drift
  • D
    Sewall Wright effect

Solution

Sudden and large mutation occurring between generation and leading to a single step speciation is referred to as saltation.

Speciation the process of formation of new species due to the course of evolution.

Change in frequency of the gene type in a population due to random selection is referred to as genetic drift. It is also termed as Sewall wright effect.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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