If There Is Any Question About Whether Readers Will Understand

question 37

True/False

If there is any question about whether readers will understand what a set of initials stands for, you should spell out the words and follow them with the initials.

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Definitions:

Speciation

The evolutionary process by which populations evolve to become distinct species, primarily through genetic divergence and reproductive isolation.

Evolutionary Processes

The natural mechanisms that lead to changes in genetic composition of populations over successive generations.

Cladogenesis

An evolutionary splitting event where a single lineage divides into two distinct lineages, leading to increased biodiversity.

Anagenesis

The gradual evolution of a species to a new form, without branching or diversification into multiple species.