What is the most accurate comparison of the Galápagos Islands and the nearest continental habitat?
A) The Galápagos Islands are relatively uniform while the mainland is highly diverse.
B) The Galápagos Islands and the mainland are essentially identical habitats which makes it an excellent "controlled" experiment.
C) The Galápagos Islands are relatively newly formed and also fragmented into diverse habitats.
D) The Galápagos Islands were, until recently, connected by land bridges forming one unified habitat.

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The Galápagos Islands are relatively newly formed and also fragmented into diverse habitats, while the nearest continental habitat is highly diverse due to its age and history. This makes them a unique and valuable location for studying evolutionary processes and biodiversity.

What Is the Most Accurate Comparison of the Galápagos Islands