Question

36. Which mechanism of evolution occurs when one species gives rise to manyspecies in response to the creation of new habitat or another ecologicalopportunity?A. founder effectB. genetic driftC. adaptive radiation

Answer 1

The mechanism of evolution that occurs when one species gives rise to many species in response to the creation of new habitat or another ecological opportunity is adaptive radiation.

An example of this are Darwin's finches.

The correct option is C.