Asked by Layne Rouse on Jun 16, 2024

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In a certain environment,there is selection for the mean coloration of snail shells.What type of natural selection is this? In what type of environment is this most common?

Natural Selection

A process in biological evolution where organisms with traits better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

Mean Coloration

A statistical average of the colors within a specific area, often used in studies of animal coloration, camouflage, or ecological monitoring.

Snail Shells

Hard, protective external skeletons built by snails, offering shelter and defense against predators, composed mainly of calcium carbonate.

  • Understand the concept of natural selection and its effects on species adaptation and evolution.
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A'jaylah YatesJun 20, 2024
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Selection for the mean coloration of snail shells is called stabilizing selection,which is common in an environment that changes little and to which most members are well adapted.