The Origin of Numerous Species of Galápagos Finches from One

question 65

Multiple Choice

The origin of numerous species of Galápagos finches from one original species is an example of

• A)gene cascades.
• B)mass extinctions.
• C)adaptation and speciation.
• D)genetic drift and emigration.

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