Module 8 Population Genetics

In This Module

 Lesson 1: Hardy Weinberg Theory

This lesson is split into Part A and Part B. Part A introduces the concept of the gene pool and frequency, and describes how frequencies are defined and calculated. Part B goes on to address the following focusing questions:

• What are the five conditions of the Hardy-Weinberg principle that affect the frequency of alleles in a population?
• What happens when conditions of the Hardy-Weinberg principle are not met?

Lesson 2: Causes of Change in the Gene Pool

• What factors cause changes in diversity in the composition of the gene pool?

Lesson 3: Hardy-Weinberg Calculations

• How can you mathematically determine the allele and genotype frequencies for populations?
• How are the Hardy Weinberg equations used to determine whether a population is undergoing change?

Lesson 4: Human Activity and Gene Pool Change

• What are the intended and unintended consequences of human activities on gene pools?