Most Causes of Speciation Are Relatively Slow in That They

question 67

Multiple Choice

Most causes of speciation are relatively slow in that they may take many generations to see changes, with the exception of ________.

• A) polyploidy
• B) reinforcement
• C) colonization
• D) natural selection

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Definitions:

Neural Impulses

Electrical signals transmitted along neurons, facilitating communication throughout the nervous system.

Basilar Membrane

A structure in the cochlea of the inner ear, crucial for transforming sound vibrations into neural signals.

Hair Cells

Hair cells are sensory receptors located in the inner ear that detect sound and head motion to convert vibrations into electrical signals for hearing and balance.

High-Amplitude Sounds

Sounds that carry a greater intensity or volume, often leading to a greater impact on the listener's ears and potentially causing harm.