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ZOO 102 Practice Questions ZOO 102 6 Objective Question
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48. Allopatric speciation occurs when a population
Options
A Splits into two geographically isolated populations due to habitat fragmentation
Correct Answer
B Remains in continuous contact throughout speciation
C Never experiences reproductive isolation
D Is defined solely by sympatric processes
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Allopatric speciation takes place when extrinsic physical geographic barriers divide a population, preventing gene flow.

Hint

Geographic isolation splitting populations apart.

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Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Practice Questions ZOO 102 6
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 667 of 737
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