Darwin's studies of Galapagos finches are well known in the study of evolution. These studies have been instrumental in helping us understand how new species evolved from pre-existing species. Which statement is true about the speciation of the Galapagos finches? ResponsesAThe finches had different traits that influenced the environment in which they chose to live.The finches had different traits that influenced the environment in which they chose to live. - no response givenBThe finches evolved traits to help them survive in different environments.The finches evolved traits to help them survive in different environments. - no response givenCMembers of the original population evolved in such a way that it became impossible for individuals from the two new populations to interbreed.Members of the original population evolved in such a way that it became impossible for individuals from the two new populations to interbreed. - no response givenDGenetic variation occurred amongst the finches, giving some a genetic advantage in a changing environment, allowing them to better survive.

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Darwin's studies of Galapagos finches are well known in the study of evolution. These studies have been instrumental in helping us understand how new species evolved from pre-existing species. Which statement is true about the speciation of the Galapagos finches?

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A
The finches had different traits that influenced the environment in which they chose to live.

The finches had different traits that influenced the environment in which they chose to live. - no response given
B
The finches evolved traits to help them survive in different environments.

The finches evolved traits to help them survive in different environments. - no response given
C
Members of the original population evolved in such a way that it became impossible for individuals from the two new populations to interbreed.

Members of the original population evolved in such a way that it became impossible for individuals from the two new populations to interbreed. - no response given
D
Genetic variation occurred amongst the finches, giving some a genetic advantage in a changing environment, allowing them to better survive.

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