Darwin's studies of Galapagos finches are well known in the study of evolution. These studies have been instrumental in helping us understand how new species evolved from pre-existing species. Which statement is true about the speciation of the Galapagos finches?     Responses A The finches had different traits that influenced the environment in which they chose to live. The finches had different traits that influenced the environment in which they chose to live. - no response given B The finches evolved traits to help them survive in different environments. The finches evolved traits to help them survive in different environments. - no response given C Members of the original population evolved in such a way that it became impossible for individuals from the two new populations to interbreed. Members of the original population evolved in such a way that it became impossible for individuals from the two new populations to interbreed. - no response given D Genetic variation occurred amongst the finches, giving some a genetic advantage in a changing environment, allowing them to better survive.

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Darwin's studies of Galapagos finches are well known in the study of evolution. These studies have been instrumental in helping us understand how new species evolved from pre-existing species. Which statement is true about the speciation of the Galapagos finches?
 
 
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  • A
    The finches had different traits that influenced the environment in which they chose to live.
    The finches had different traits that influenced the environment in which they chose to live. - no response given
  • B
    The finches evolved traits to help them survive in different environments.
    The finches evolved traits to help them survive in different environments. - no response given
  • C
    Members of the original population evolved in such a way that it became impossible for individuals from the two new populations to interbreed.
    Members of the original population evolved in such a way that it became impossible for individuals from the two new populations to interbreed. - no response given
  • D
    Genetic variation occurred amongst the finches, giving some a genetic advantage in a changing environment, allowing them to better survive.
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