The Effectiveness of Geographic Barriers in Promoting Speciation Is Related

question 15

Multiple Choice

The effectiveness of geographic barriers in promoting speciation is related most to

• A)the size of the barrier.
• B)the inability of the organisms to overcome the barrier.
• C)the speed at which the barrier forms.
• D)how long the barrier exists.
• E)the size of the population it separates.

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