An Evolutionary Ecologist Is Studying the Evolutionary Change in Populations

question 66

Multiple Choice

An evolutionary ecologist is studying the evolutionary change in populations of lizards that reproduce via parthenogenesis. How do these individuals form?

• A) Budding
• B) Apomixis
• C) Horizontal spread
• D) Random sexual mating

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Definitions:

Capillaries

The smallest blood vessels in the body, which connect arteries and veins and enable the exchange of water, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and many other nutrients and waste substances between blood and surrounding tissues.

Nutrients

Substances obtained from food that are vital for growth, repair, and normal metabolism in living organisms.

Diffusion

The process by which molecules move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

Henna Tattoos

Temporary tattoos created from the dye of the henna plant, often used for cultural and ceremonial occasions.