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The theory that evolutionary change (speciation) occurs rapidly over short periods of time and then consists of a long period of stasis or little evolutionary change when species maintain their adaptation to the environment is called __________.
 
  A. phyletic gradualism
  B. Darwinian evolution
  C. punctuated equilibrium
  D. convergent evolution

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The examination of __________ (caused by plate tectonics) has helped paleontologists understand the geographical distribution of different plant and animal species.
 
  This phenomenon has been important in understanding the relationship between the Old and New World monkeys.
  A. DNA hybridization
  B. molecular dating
  C. continental drift
  D. ecological niches


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carolinefletcherr

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Reply #1 on: Aug 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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