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Continuity of life on Earth — Question 13

QCAA 2023, Paper 1 · 1 mark

Q13 · 2023 · Paper 1Unclassified1 mark

QUESTION 13

Which option best describes the conditions for parapatric speciation?

(A) Geographical barriers limit gene flow between populations.

(B) Gene flow is interrupted in populations occupying the same habitat.

(C) A species occupies such a large geographical area that mate selection is influenced by proximity.

(D) A small group of organisms becomes separated from their parent population by physical barriers.

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