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प्रश्न
Define the following term:
Speciation
Define the term speciation.
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उत्तर
The origin of new species by gradual modification is called speciation.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Explain the phenomenon that is well represented by Darwin's finches other than natural selection.
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