Describe adaptive radiation

Question 1

What is adaptive radiation?

Answer 1

Adaptive radiation is the process by which organisms diversify rapidly into a wide variety of forms to adapt to different environments.

Question 2

True or False: Adaptive radiation typically occurs in response to new ecological niches.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Adaptive radiation often leads to the evolution of __________ species.

Answer 3

multiple

Question 4

Which of the following is a key characteristic of adaptive radiation? A) Uniformity B) Diversification C) Stasis

Answer 4

B) Diversification

Question 5

What is a common example of adaptive radiation?

Answer 5

The evolution of Darwin’s finches on the Galápagos Islands.

Question 6

True or False: Adaptive radiation can occur in both plants and animals.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Name one factor that can trigger adaptive radiation.

Answer 7

Environmental changes or the availability of new habitats.

Question 8

Short answer: How does adaptive radiation contribute to biodiversity?

Answer 8

It increases biodiversity by allowing species to evolve distinct adaptations to different environments.

Question 9

Multiple choice: What is a common outcome of adaptive radiation? A) Extinction B) Increased competition C) New species formation

Answer 9

C) New species formation

Question 10

Fill in the blank: Adaptive radiation often occurs after a mass __________ event.

Answer 10

extinction