Question
population
Scientists studied populations of Columbia spotted frogs in 28 breeding ponds in areas of Montana and Idaho
They were interested in learning whether ponds at different elevations (low elevation areas like valleys and high
elevation areas like mountains) would have different rates of gene flow and genetic variation
10. Brainstorm 2 different environmental differences that could differ between low
elevation ponds and high elevation ponds.
Answer
1. Temperature: High elevation ponds may have lower temperatures due to the altitude, while low elevation ponds may have higher temperatures due to the lower altitude and warmer climate.
2. Precipitation: High elevation ponds may receive more precipitation in the form of snow, while low elevation ponds may receive more rainfall.