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Random non-directional change in allele ...

Random non-directional change in allele frequencies that occurs by chance in all populations and especially in small populations is known as:

A

Genetic load

B

Genetic flow

C

Genetic drift

D

Random mating

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The correct Answer is:
C
Change in gene frequency by chance is called genetic drift. It always occurs in small population and thus causes increase in homozygosity and decrease in heterozygosity.
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