Question

select all that apply
species cannot rapidly adapt to current environmental changes because
□ species dont evolve in isolation
□ they mutate frequently
□ the changes are overwhelming in number and intensity
□ they are small in size
□ some species are very long - lived

Explanation:

• Species not evolving in isolation is a general fact about evolution and not a reason for inability to adapt rapidly.
• Frequent mutation usually aids adaptation, not hinders it.
• When environmental changes are numerous and intense, species may not be able to adapt quickly enough.
• Size of species has no direct link to rapid adaptation to environmental changes.
• Long - lived species may be more rigid in their life - history traits and less able to adapt rapidly.

Answer:

• C. the changes are overwhelming in number and intensity
• E. some species are very long - lived