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Population Genetics and Sickle Cell Disease: Mechanisms of Evolution

Population Genetics and Sickle Cell Disease: Mechanisms of Evolution

Population Genetics and Sickle Cell Disease: Mechanisms of Evolution | In this activity, students run simulations to explore how natural selection, genetic drift, and mutation may affect the frequencies of the sickle cell allele. 

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Material Type:
Assignment
Date Added to MERLOT:
December 11, 2025
Date Modified in MERLOT:
December 11, 2025
Author:
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Submitter:
Dr Pankaj Mehrotra
Primary Audience:
College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School
Technical Format:
Website
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Not specified at this time
Language:
English
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No
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