If the species of snail in the question above is found only on the three islands shown in the diagram, which of the following would correctly describe the endemism of this species?
A) Endemic relative to A and B
B) Endemic relative to C
C) Endemic relative to A, B, and C
D) All of the above
E) None of the above

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Endemic species are those that are found only in a particular geographic location. Since the species of snail is found only on the three islands shown in the diagram, it can be considered endemic relative to A, B, and C. It is not correct to say that the species is only endemic relative to A and B or relative to C as it is found on all three islands. Therefore, the correct choice is C - endemic relative to A, B, and C.

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