Which sequence represents the most likely chronological order of events in the development of geographic speciation,from earliest to latest?
A) Formation of a geographic barrier,development of reproductive isolation,genetic divergence
B) Formation of a geographic barrier,genetic divergence,development of reproductive isolation
C) Genetic divergence,formation of a geographic barrier,development of reproductive isolation
D) Genetic divergence,development of reproductive isolation,formation of a geographic barrier
E) Development of reproductive isolation,genetic divergence,formation of a geographic barrier

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In geographic speciation, a geographic barrier first separates populations, leading to genetic divergence due to different selective pressures or genetic drift. Over time, this genetic divergence results in reproductive isolation.

Which Sequence Represents the Most Likely Chronological Order of Events