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ZOO 102 Geographic Distribution of Animal Life Objective Question
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What can happen to a population when it becomes isolated by a vicariance event?
Options
A It will immediately go extinct
B It may diverge genetically and lead to speciation
Correct Answer
C It will stop reproducing altogether
D It will develop the ability to fly over the barrier
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document states that populations become isolated and may diverge genetically, leading to speciation. Immediate extinction (A) is possible but speciation is the evolutionary outcome highlighted.

Hint

The separation allows two groups to evolve differently.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Geographic Distribution of Animal Life
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 282 of 737
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