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What event in history led to the the dark-colored peppered moth being better able to survive than the lighter-colored variety? A) The pollution from the Industrial Revolution darkening the trees. B) The lighter-colored moths had a shorter life span. Eliminate C) The dark-colored moths were physically stronger. D) The dark colored moths were more intelligent.

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A. The pollution from the industrial revolution darkening the trees

The peppered moths had to adapt to there environment for protection from predators, so they became darker to blend with the trees.
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