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The light-colored peppered moth was a dominant species in England prior to the industrial revolution. With an increase in the black soot produced by industries, more dark-colored peppered moths began to appear in areas where trees were covered by soot. Gradually, the dark-colored moths dominated the population by over 98%.

What is one explanation as to why natural selection resulted in the presence of more dark-colored moths over time?

A.The light-colored moths were eaten by birds in larger quantities because they tasted better.
B.The light-colored moths were not able to survive the soot-polluted environment.
C.The dark-colored moths were resistant to the pollution due to a gene mutation.
D. The dark-colored moths were better camouflaged so they were not eaten by birds as often.

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D The dark colored moths were better camouflaged so they were not eaten by birds as often.
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