Geographical isolation is strongly associated with the phenomenon known as
A) allopatric speciation.
B) sympatric speciation.
C) autopolyploidy.
D) allopolyploidy.
E) self-fertilization.

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Geographical isolation refers to the physical separation of individuals or populations, which can eventually lead to the development of new species through allopatric speciation. The separation could be due to an obstacle such as a mountain range or a body of water. Over time, reproductive barriers may develop due to genetic drift, natural selection, or mutation, causing genetic divergence between the populations. Eventually, they may become so different that they can no longer interbreed, forming distinct species.

Geographical Isolation Is Strongly Associated with the Phenomenon Known as