NEET2024ZoologyEvolutionActual
Which evolutionary phenomenon is depicted by the sketch given in figure?
Options
- AArtificial selection
- BGenetic drift
- CConvergent evolution
- DAdaptive radiation
Correct answer
D. Adaptive radiation
Step-by-step solution
The correct answer is option (4), because the evolutionary phenomenon depicted in the sketch is adaptive radiation as from the original seed-eating features, many other forms of finches with altered beaks arose, enabling them to become insectivorous and vegetarian finches. Option (1) is incorrect because artificial selection is anthropogenic, where man breeds selected plants and animals for different uses. Option (2) is incorrect because genetic drift is change in gene frequency by chance. Option (3) is incorrect b