Question

Which of the following is an example of adaptive radiation? a. One population of squirrels becomes two separate species over a long time. b. One population of lizards leads to 15 separate species over a short time. c. One species of birds becomes better suited to its environment over time. d. Two species of fish begin to breed with each other.

Answer 1

B. One population of lizards leads to 15 separate species over a short time. Adaptive radiation is a process in which organisms diversify rapidly into a multitude of new forms, particularly when a change in the environment makes new resources available, creates new challenges and opens environmental niches.

Answer 2

One population of lizards leads to 15 separate species over a short time.

Step-by-step explanation

Adaptive radiation is a process in which organisms diversify rapidly into a multitude of new forms, particularly when a change in the environment makes new resources available, creates new challenges and opens environmental niches.

It generally occurs when an organism enters a new area and different traits affects its survival Particularly when a change in environment makes new resources available, creates new challenges or opens new environmental niche where their needs for food and shelter are met . This includes all of its interactions with the biotic factors of its environment.