Allopatric speciation is most likely to occur after a(n) ____.
A) earthquake
B) mountain building
C) volcanic eruption
D) pet is lost
E) pond is dredged

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Allopatric speciation typically occurs due to a physical barrier or isolation that prevents gene flow between populations. Mountain building can lead to the formation of such barriers, separating populations and allowing them to diverge genetically over time. The other options are less likely to directly cause physical barriers or isolation, and therefore less likely to lead to allopatric speciation.

Allopatric Speciation Is Most Likely to Occur After A(n) ____