sexual selection

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_____ _____ equates to genetic selection acting via competition for mates (not resources).
Sexual Selection
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Intrasexual selection is?
selection within the sexes.
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intersexual selection is?
selection between the sexes.
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True or False? Sexual selection can only exist in species with sexual reproduction?
True
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when it comes to mate choice, who is more selective, males or females?
females
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in order for males to communicate to females about their quality, they have to ____?
adapt morphologically to impress.
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True or False? The advantage that certain individuals have over others is in exclusive relation to reproduction.
True.
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Variation in reproductive success is generated by ___.
sexual selection + natural selection.
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The heritable difference in mating success caused by competition for access to mating partners in expression of that trait, generates: ____.
variation in survival rates.
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Differences in types of investment put into reproduction result in:
sexual selection.
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How can males acquire females directly?
by competing with other males using display, aggression or fighting.
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How can males acquire females indirectly?
via the acquisition and defence of a territory.
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Name 4 ways territories can be defended?
physical presence, scent marking, scratch making and vocalisation.
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Name the 2 ways males can advertise territory to females?
Marking and vocalisation
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How do females select males?
on the basis of courtship displays.
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Are courtship displays energetically costly for males?
Yes, they are long and complex.
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Intersexual selection results from:
indicator mechanisms (secondary sexual characteristics) and resultant mate choice.
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Explain the Fishers runaway effect?
Genetic, sexual selection mechanisms for the evolution of exaggerated male ornamentation observed in numerous species which produce offspring through sexual reproduction; based upon female choice,the preference or attraction of females for male mate
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Intrasexual selection is?

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selection within the sexes.

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intersexual selection is?

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True or False? Sexual selection can only exist in species with sexual reproduction?

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when it comes to mate choice, who is more selective, males or females?

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