When Two Frog Species, Rana Pipiens and Rana Sylvatica, Mate

question 42

Multiple Choice

When two frog species, Rana pipiens and Rana sylvatica, mate, the offspring die early in embryonic development. This is an example of ________.

• A)hybrid sterility
• B)mechanical isolation
• C)reduced hybrid viability
• D)reduced hybrid fertility

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