In Hybrid Zones Where Reinforcement Is Occurring, We Should See

question 41

Multiple Choice

In hybrid zones where reinforcement is occurring, we should see a decline in ________.

• A) gene flow between distinct gene pools
• B) speciation
• C) the genetic distinctness of two gene pools
• D) mutation rates

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