Figure 17-3 shows smaller and larger beaks in a population of finches. one group of birds has a short, parrot-like beak and another group has a long, narrow beak. what process has probably occurred?

disruptive selection

Explanation:

The question above shows a situation resulting from the disruptive selection process.

Disruptive selection is a type of natural selection that allows individuals with more extreme characteristics to be favored by the environment and end up having a better chance of surviving and generating descendants. Individuals with intermediate characteristics end up being disadvantaged and have less chance of survival.

In relation to the question above, we can say that the short-beaked birds will have greater facilities in breaking seeds and therefore will be favored. Long-billed birds will find it easier to reach worms for food. On the other hand, medium-billed birds (intermediate characteristics) will be less favored both in hunting worms and in breaking hard seeds.

increase soil erosion                                             reduce soil erosion

cattle grazing                                                         hydroseeding

deforestation                                                         contour plowing

                                                                                planting vegetation

plant roots basically hold the top soil

together and stop soil erosion because

in such situation top soil is not removed

during flood but cattle grazing causes

soil erosion because cattle consume the

grasses and herbs and top soil is exposed.

same situation occurs because of

deforestation, the trees and plants are cut

down to expose top soil which causes soil

erosion

the answer is d (apex) good luck : ))