The Apparent Lack of Intermediate Forms in the Fossil Record

question 16

Multiple Choice

The apparent lack of intermediate forms in the fossil record can be explained by the ____ hypothesis.

• A) disruptive selection
• B) fossil decay
• C) punctuated equilibrium
• D) genetic drift
• E) allopatric speciation

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