MDCAT Biology MCQ #3626

What is the term for the evolution of a new species from an existing one, resulting in a distinct species?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #3626

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the term for the evolution of a new species from an existing one, resulting in a distinct species?

    • A) Speciation
    • B) Adaptive radiation
    • C) Convergent evolution
    • D) Divergent evolution

    Answer: Speciation

    Explanation: Speciation is the formation of a new species, others are types of evolutionary change.