What evolutionary process is shown in this diagram?

Options

AAdaptive radiation
BDivergent evolution
CConvergent evolution
DNone

Correct answer

A. Adaptive radiation

Step-by-step solution

This process of evolution of different species in a given geographical area starting from a point and literally radiating to other areas of geography (habitats) is called adaptive radiation. Darwin’s finches represent one of the best examples of this phenomenon.

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