Allopatric speciation occurs because a population
A)merges with another population of the same species.
B)becomes geographically isolated and undergoes genetic change.
C)becomes extinct and is replaced by a population of a different species.
D)shows little genetic change from generation to generation.
E)hybrid sterility occurs.

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Allopatric speciation occurs when a population becomes geographically isolated, leading to genetic differences over time and eventually resulting in the formation of a new species.

Allopatric Speciation Occurs Because a Population