Which term can most accurately be used to describe evolutionary change that leads to speciation? A. microevolution b. macroevolution c. sexual selection d. natural selection e. reproductive isolation
Which term can most accurately be used to describe evolutionary change that leads to speciation? A. microevolution b. macroevolution c. sexual selection d. natural selection e. reproductive isolation
Chapter17: Processes Of Evolution
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Which term can most accurately be used to describe evolutionary change that leads to
A. microevolution
b. macroevolution
c. sexual selection
d. natural selection
e. reproductive isolation
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Reproductive isolation refers to the phenomenon in which populations of the same species become unable to interbreed and produce fertile offspring. This can occur due to various factors such as geographical separation, behavioral differences, or physiological differences.
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