Two Different Species of Pine Release Their Pollen at Different

question 57

Multiple Choice

Two different species of pine release their pollen at different times of the year. This is an example of

• A) geographic isolation.
• B) mechanical incompatibility.
• C) temporal isolation.
• D) behavioral isolation.
• E) ecological isolation.

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Definitions:

Behavior

The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially towards others.

Stickleback

A small fish species known for its complex social behaviors and as a model organism in studies of animal behavior and evolution.

Reaction Chain

A sequence of actions triggered by stimuli, where each response serves as a cue for the next action in the sequence.

Fixed Action Chain

A sequence of behaviors in response to a specific stimulus, where each action in the sequence automatically triggers the next, with little to no variability.