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Evolution of different species in a given area starting from a point and spreading to other geographical areas is known as:

  1. A
    Divergent evolution
  2. B
    Adaptive radiation
  3. C
    Natural selection
  4. D
    Migration

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This process is called Adaptive Radiation. It is the evolution of various diversely adapted species from a common ancestor upon introduction to new environmental opportunities. Famous examples include Darwin's Finches in the Galapagos Islands and Australian Marsupials.

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Evolution of different species in a given area starting from a point and spreading to other geographical areas is known as:
A
Divergent evolution
B
Adaptive radiation
C
Natural selection
D
Migration

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