Question

What is speciation ? List four factors that could lead to speciation. Which of tjese cannot be a major factor in the speciation of a self-pollinating plant species? Explain. Give reason to justify your answer.

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Answer 1

Speciation is how a new kind of plant or animal species is created. Speciation occurs when a group within a species separates from other members of its species and develops its own unique characteristics.

Answer 2

➜ Speciation is the formation of new species from the pre-existing population.

Factors responsible for speciation:

• Genetic drift.
• Natural selection.
• Geographical isolation.
• Mutation.

Geographical isolation cannot be a major factor in the speciation of a self-pollinating plant species because physical barrier cannot be created in self-pollinating plants.