Speciation Flashcards
1
Q
define species in terms of interbreeding
A
“Groups of interbreeding natural populations that are reproductively isolated from other such groups”
2
Q
what is Allopatric speciation?
A
New species forms geographically apart from its ancestor
3
Q
what is parapatric speciation?
A
- New species forms within a contiguous population
- New niches or range with different conditions and selection pressures but NO PHYSICAL BARRIER
4
Q
what is sympathetic speciation?
A
New species forms in geographical range of ancestor
5
Q
ALLOPATRIC
A
“AWAY FROM”
6
Q
PARAPATRIC
A
“NEXT TO”
7
Q
SYMPATRIC
A
“TOGETHER”
8
Q
is allopatric speciation quick or slow?
A
Slow rate
