In order to determine if individuals from separate populations are indeed distinct species, Drosophila biologists often test to see if individuals from different populations will mate with each other. This is an application of the ________ species concept.

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The biological species concept defines a species based on whether individuals can interbreed and produce viable, fertile offspring. This is the concept that is being applied in this scenario to determine if individuals from separate populations are different species.

In Order to Determine If Individuals from Separate Populations Are