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ZOO 102 Geographic Distribution of Animal Life Objective Question
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Colonization is successful when dispersing individuals:
Options
A Immediately return to their place of birth
B Establish a viable population in a new area
Correct Answer
C Die before reaching the new area
D Pass through the area without stopping
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Colonization is defined as when dispersing individuals establish a viable population in new areas. If they die (C) or leave (D), colonization has not occurred.

Hint

It requires staying and reproducing in the new location.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Geographic Distribution of Animal Life
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 287 of 737
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