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Species originating due to isolation in a geographical area that is different from where the parent species existed are called

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sympatric

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allopatric

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sibling

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parapatric

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Solution

The correct option is B allopatric

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Q. Match the sets.
Column I Column II
I. Classification of isolation A. Evolution of species occuring in the same area
II. Sympatric speciation B. Mecham
III. Allopatric speciation C. Muller
IV. Reproductive isolation D. Evolution of species occupying different areas

Q. Assertion :Allopatric speciation according to Mayr results due to different variations because of mutations, genetic drift and postmating and permating reproductive isolation. Reason: These species are never geographically isolated.

Q. Differentiate between :
Allopatric species and sympatric species

Q. Differentiate Allopatric and Sympatric species

Q. Assertion :Geographic isolation brings about sympatric speciation.
Reason:

Reproductive isolation brings about allopatric speciation.

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