The Continued Geographic Isolation of Kaibab Squirrels from Abert Squirrels

question 69

Multiple Choice

The continued geographic isolation of Kaibab squirrels from Abert squirrels has allowed the animals to evolve into two distinct subspecies. This is an example of:

• A) hybridization.
• B) allopolyploidy.
• C) adaptive radiation.
• D) allopatric speciation.
• E) sympatric speciation.

Grasp the incremental nature of human evolution, particularly in brain size and dietary practices.

Understand the classification and significance of Homo habilis and Australopithecines in human evolution.

Recognize the impact of continental drift and climate change on evolution.

Appreciate the ongoing debates and controversies in paleoanthropology, especially regarding Neandertals and Denisovans.

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