In the process of evolution by natural selection illustrated in the accompanying figure,which of the following is the mechanism or agent of natural selection?
A) artificial selection
B) selective breeding
C) selective predation
D) selective beetles

Question

In the process of evolution by natural selection illustrated in the accompanying figure,which of the following is the mechanism or agent of natural selection? 
A) artificial selection 
B) selective breeding 
C) selective predation 
D) selective beetles

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The mechanism or agent of natural selection depicted in the accompanying figure is selective predation. The predator is selecting which prey to consume based on their coloration, which is resulting in the differential survival and reproduction of the prey population. Artificial selection (A) and selective breeding (B) involve human intervention to selectively breed plants or animals for desired traits, which is not depicted in the figure. Selective beetles (D) is not a recognized mechanism of natural selection.

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