Genetic diversity

Pronunciation: /dʒəˈnɛtɪk daɪˈvɝsɪti/

Genetic diversity (noun)

  1. The variety of different genes within a group of living things, which helps them survive changes in their environment.
  2. A measure of how many different genetic versions exist in a population, often used in studies of evolution and conservation.

Examples

  • Genetic diversity helps populations survive changing conditions.
  • When genetic diversity is high, inherited traits vary more.