How Is Length of Time for Speciation Estimated

question 8

Multiple Choice

How is length of time for speciation estimated?

• A) genetic evidence indicates that species originate
• B) time that elapses when populations of a newly formed species diverge
• C) time it takes for speciation to be complete
• D) speciation precedes divergence

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