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Molecular Basis of Conservation
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What is the process by which genetic variation is maintained in a population over time?
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Genetic drift
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Genetic drift is the random fluctuation of allele frequencies in a population over time. It can lead to the loss of genetic variation and the fixation of alleles, which can have negative consequences for the population's ability to adapt to environmental changes.