Formation of new and distinct species during the course of evolution is an example of .
A
speciation
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B
selection
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C
variation
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D
extinction
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Solution
The correct option is A speciation During the course of evolution, new species have been formed from the pre-existing species. This process of formation of new species that can produce fertile offsprings is called as speciation.