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BIO 280 Week 5 Individual Assignment Genetically Vigorous Populations Paper ( 2 Papers )
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Resources : Ch . 5 , 13 , & 14 of Fundamentals of Conservation Biology ; the Internet ; and the University Library
Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper about genetically vigorous populations . Include the following items :
Describe the importance of genetic diversity in populations . Explain how genetic diversity in plants and animals supports long-term viability , biodiversity , and biotic integrity . Describe specific examples of at least one plant population and at least one animal population facing challenges in genetic diversity , and explain the potential or demonstrated threats to viability posed by deficient genetic diversity .
Describe the values underlying population management . Relate genetic diversity to the success of population management . Explain the costs and benefits in successful population management . Provide at least two specific examples of current and past population management efforts .
Compare ex situ conservation to in situ conservation . Describe the role of zoos , aquariums , and botanical gardens in conservation .