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Why did the lactose tolerance mutation in the East African herders spread so rapidly within the population?
◦ Milk was a good source of protein during the summer harvests.
◦ Lactose was a better source of energy than glucose.
◦ It was a selective advantage for survival during droughts and cold winters.
◦ Milk provided calcium for strong bones.
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