The Evolution of One Species into Two or More Species

question 1

Multiple Choice

The evolution of one species into two or more species as a result of different populations becoming reproductively isolated from each other is best termed as ________.

• A) adaptive radiation
• B) creationism
• C) natural selection
• D) prototype

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Definitions:

Sedimentary Rocks

Rocks formed by the accumulation or deposition of mineral or organic particles at the Earth's surface, followed by cementation.

Grain Size

The dimension of individual particles or crystals in a solid, often determining its texture.

Plant-rich Swamp

An ecosystem characterized by saturated ground and abundant plant life, often found in low-lying areas.

Sedimentary Rock

Rock formed by the accumulation or deposition of mineral and organic particles at the Earth's surface, followed by compaction and cementation.