Which of the following statements is/are true regarding Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium?
- It describes how allele frequencies remain constant over generations under ideal conditions.
- It involves factors like gene flow and genetic drift which always stabilize the gene pool.
- Allele frequencies will remain unchanged unless acted upon by evolutionary forces.
- Genetic recombination during gametogenesis is a key factor in disturbing Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium.
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1 and 3 only
2
1, 2, and 4 only
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2, 3, and 4 only
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1, 3, and 4 only