Which of the following evolution-related events is in the correct cause-and-effect sequence?
A) mutation → variation → natural selection → adaptation → speciation
B) variation → adaptation → mutation → natural selection → speciation
C) speciation → adaptation → variation → mutation → natural selection
D) mutation → speciation →adaptation → variation → natural selection
E) natural selection → variation → mutation → adaptation → speciation

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The correct sequence starts with a mutation, which introduces genetic variation into a population. This variation can then be acted upon by natural selection, leading to adaptations that are better suited to the environment. Over time, these adaptations can lead to the emergence of new species, a process known as speciation.

Which of the Following Evolution-Related Events Is in the Correct