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Many species of organisms are found only on islands. Lemurs are found only on Madagascar and koalas only on Australia. Which factor contributes MOST to this situation?

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Genetic Isolation.
Genetic isolation occurs when there is no genetic exchange between organisms of the population or species.
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Genetic isolation

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