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2009 · Q76
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Evolution question

2009 · Q76

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In the case of peppered moth (Biston betularia) the black-coloured from became dominant over the light-coloured form in England during industrial revolution. This is an example of -
  1. A
    Natural selection whereby the darker forms were selected.
  2. B
    Protective mimicry
  3. C
    Inheritance of darker colour character acquired due to the darker environment
  4. D
    Appearance of the darker coloured individuals due to very poor sunlight
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Correct answer: A

In the case of peppered moth (Biston betularia) the black coloured form became dominant over the light coloured form in England during industrial revolution. This is an example of natural selection. This group is about species that gain protection from predators due to selection caused by nature.

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