Which of the Following Observations Did NOT Influence Darwin's Later

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following observations did NOT influence Darwin's later thoughts about evolution?

• A)North American and South American species were more similar to each other than European and African species.
• B)Species on islands differed from species on the mainland closest to the island.
• C)A great variety of species exist across the globe.
• D)Species on different islands were very different.

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Definitions:

Sigmoid Colon

The part of the large intestine closest to the rectum and anus, curving in an 'S' shape.

Descending Colon

A part of the large intestine that transports feces downward from the transverse colon to the sigmoid colon on the left side of the abdomen.

Rectum

The final section of the large intestine, terminating at the anus, where feces are stored before being expelled.

Nasopharynx

The upper part of the throat that lies behind the nose and above the level of the soft palate.