Meaning & use
speciation
The evolutionary process by which populations split and develop into distinct, separate species over time.
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Geographic isolation on separate islands can drive speciation among related animal populations.
Darwin's finches are a classic example of speciation caused by adapting to different food sources.
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Commonly discussed alongside natural selection as one of the key mechanisms explaining biodiversity.
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