Which of the Following Possible Isolating Mechanisms Prevents Individuals from Wasting

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following possible isolating mechanisms prevents individuals from wasting time and energy hybridizing with an individual of another species?

• A) behavioral isolation
• B) genetic isolation
• C) reduced hybrid viability
• D) hybrid breakdown

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