The Equilibrium Theory of Island Biogeography States That the Number

question 51

Multiple Choice

The equilibrium theory of island biogeography states that the number of species on an island reflects a balance between

• A) emigration of existing species and extinction of existing species.
• B) colonization of new species and extinction of existing species.
• C) evolution of new species and emigration of existing species.
• D) colonization of new species and emigration of existing species.

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