Peppered Moths Are Generally Light in Color and Blend into the Trunks

question 22

Multiple Choice

Peppered moths are generally light in color and blend into the trunks of the trees on which they live.Populations of peppered moths found in areas where soot has blackened the tree trunks are dark in color.This example demonstrates

• A) artificial selection.
• B) natural selection.
• C) genetic drift.
• D) vestigial coloration.

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