Question

a species of flower grows on the edges of a particular forest; the flower produces blooms with petals that include purple, green, red, gold, and bright blue. the bees that have normally pollinated the flowers have died out due to colony collapse. a species of hummingbird have migrated into the area, but are only able to see the red, purple, and green petals. what is likely to be the result of this change in the ecosystem? a. no changes will occur and all flower colors will continue. b. the flower population is likely to die out. c. in the next generation, the majority of flowers will be purple, red, or green. d. in the next generation, the majority of flowers will be blue and gold.

Explanation:

The hummingbirds can only see and access blue and gold flowers, so these flowers will be preferentially pollinated. Over time, blue and gold flower traits will be passed on more frequently, making them the majority in the next generation.

Answer:

D. In the next generation, the majority of flowers will be blue and gold.