Question

generations the populations of mimics is dominate by the more extreme phenotypes. 2. which type of selection results in greater genetic variation? explain.

Explanation:

Disruptive selection favors extreme phenotypes over intermediate ones. This type of selection removes the intermediate - forms from the population, splitting the population into two or more distinct groups. As a result, it increases the genetic variation within the population by promoting the divergence of phenotypes. In contrast, stabilizing selection reduces genetic variation by favoring the intermediate phenotypes and directional selection shifts the population towards one extreme phenotype, both of which decrease genetic diversity compared to disruptive selection.

Answer:

Disruptive selection results in greater genetic variation because it favors extreme phenotypes, splitting the population and increasing the range of genetic traits present.