Question

question 20 of 25 which increases the rate of speciation? a. reproductive isolation b. high dispersal abilities c. higher gene flow d. asexual reproduction

Explanation:

Speciation is the formation of new species. Reproductive isolation prevents inter - breeding between populations, leading to genetic divergence and thus increasing the rate of speciation. High dispersal abilities can lead to gene flow which hinders speciation. Higher gene flow reduces genetic differences between populations. Asexual reproduction does not directly contribute to speciation as it does not involve genetic recombination between different individuals in the way sexual reproduction with reproductive isolation can.

Answer:

A. Reproductive isolation