Question

What is speciation? List four factors that could lead to speciation. Which of these can not be a major factor in the speciation of a self- pollinating plant species? Explain.

Answer 1

Dear Student,
The following factors lead to speciation:
1. Geographical isolation
2. Genetic drift
3. Mutation
4. Natural selection
Geographical isolation cannot be a factor leading to speciation. That is because, self pollinating species do not get affected by Geographical isolation.

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