Which of the Following Describes Allopatric Speciation

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes allopatric speciation?

• A)A population of squirrels is separated by the Grand Canyon.The two subpopulations evolve into two distinct species.
• B)A tetraploid plant species evolves from a diploid ancestor.Both the tetraploid and diploid species are found in the same habitat.
• C)One population breeds in the fall; another population breeds in the spring.
• D)A male horse and a female donkey mate,producing a sterile hinny.

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