Speciation is the evolutionary process for the formation of new species. The species diversity occurs when gene flow within the common pool is interrupted by an isolating mechanism. Related Theory The isolation can occur through geographical separation of population known as allopatric speciation. When a few individuals of a species within the same geographical area suddenly become reproductively isolated and form new species, it is known as sympatric speciation.
One of the important consequences of geographical isolation is:
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One of the important consequences of geographical isolation is:
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Held on 30 Apr 2007 · Verified 9 Jul 2026.
Options
- A
preventing speciation
- B
speciation through reproductive isolation
- C
random creation of new species
- D
no change in the isolated fauna.
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