A Fly Is Separating into Two Different Groups-One That Lays

question 71

Multiple Choice

A fly is separating into two different groups-one that lays eggs on cherries and one that lays eggs on apples.The two types of flies, which are found in the same locality, prefer to mate with their own type.This fly species is most likely demonstrating

• A) allopatric speciation due to their preference for cherry or apple
• B) allopatric speciation due to directional selection.
• C) sympatric speciation due to their preference for cherry or apple.
• D) the formation of new species by polyploidy.
• E) reinforcement.

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Definitions:

Premenstrual Syndrome

A group of symptoms, including mood swings and physical discomfort, that occur in some women a week or two before their menstrual period starts.

Abbreviation

A shortened form of a word or phrase, often used to save space or avoid repetition in writing and speech.

HT

Commonly represents Hypertension, which is a condition characterized by consistently high blood pressure.

LMP

Stands for Last Menstrual Period, used in healthcare to estimate the date of conception and gestational age.