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Paper 3 structured question: Variation

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Variation in organisms

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Variation Types

Discontinuous variation is caused only by genetic factors. Continuous variation is caused by both genetic and environmental factors.

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    Identify the causes of continuous variation.

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Description

Variation Types

Discontinuous variation is caused only by genetic factors. Continuous variation is caused by both genetic and environmental factors.

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    State what causes discontinuous variation.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

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