6.2.1

Variation

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Variation

Within a population, variation describes differences in the characteristics of individuals. Variation may be a result of differences in:

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Genetics

  • Genetics (inherited genes).
    • All genetic variation is the result of mutations, some of which are then inherited and passed onto the next generation.
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The environment

  • The conditions in which the organism developed.
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Genetics and environment

  • A combination of genetic and environmental causes.

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1Cell Biology

1.1What's in Cells?

1.2Cell Division

1.3Transport in Cells

2Organisation

2.1Principles of Organisation

2.2Enzymes

2.3Circulatory System

2.4Non-Communicable Diseases

2.5Plant Tissues, Organs & Systems

3Infection & Response

4Bioenergetics

5Homeostasis & Response

5.1Homeostasis

5.2The Human Nervous System

5.3Hormonal Coordination in Humans

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6Inheritance, Variation & Evolution

6.1Reproduction

6.2Variation & Evolution

6.3Genetics & Evolution

6.4Classification

7Ecology

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