A Scientist Studying Evolution of Peppered Moths (Biston Betularia)in Michigan

question 24

Multiple Choice

A scientist studying evolution of peppered moths (Biston betularia) in Michigan observed that the percentage of melanic moths increased by around 2% from 1960-1961.Has evolution occurred in this population?

• A)No,because melanism wasn't adaptive at that time.
• B)No,because the frequency of the melanic moths did not change enough to be considered evolution.
• C)Yes,because the frequency of the melanic moths in the population changed over time.
• D)Yes,because the frequency of melanic moths decreased.

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