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A very small population of a species faces a greater threat of extinction. Provide a suitable genetic explanation.

A very small population of species undergoes less variations as compared to a large population. Hence, there is less chance of evolution. Evolution is very important in order to cope with the changing environmental conditions for the survival of the species. Thus, a very small population of a species faces a greater threat of extinction.


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