The Origin of Many Species of Galápagos Finches from One

question 23

Multiple Choice

The origin of many species of Galápagos finches from one original species is an example of

• A) gene cascades.
• B) mass extinctions.
• C) adaptation and speciation.
• D) genetic drift and emigration.

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