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D3.2.14—Continuous variation

Continuous variation produces a range of phenotypes, often influenced by many genes and environmental factors in inheritance problems in inheritance problems.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Objective
D3.2.14
Level
SL

Concept essentials

  • Continuous variation shows a range rather than separate phenotype classes.
  • Polygenic inheritance can produce many intermediate phenotypes.
  • Environmental factors can contribute to continuous variation.
ConceptIB Biology SL