If a Small Population of Mice Colonizes a New Area

question 67

Multiple Choice

If a small population of mice colonizes a new area away from the range of the original species, the colony that is geographically isolated may eventually evolve into a new species. These events can be used to describe:

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

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Definitions:

Breathing Rates

The number of breaths taken per minute, an important indicator of respiratory health and function.

Vagus Nerve

A cranial nerve that innervates major organs, contributing to heart rate, gastrointestinal peristalsis, sweating, and muscle movements in the mouth, among other functions.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically measured in beats per minute (bpm).

Local Reflex

A simple, automatic response to a stimulus that occurs within a specific area of the body, without involvement of the brain.