What is the most important factor that holds a gene pool of a species together and prevents speciation? A. hybridization B. gene flow C. behavioral isolation D. sexual selection E. prezygotic barriers
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Hybridization: This is the process of interbreeding between individuals of different species, which can sometimes result in the formation of a new species. However, it is not the main factor that holds a gene pool together and prevents speciation. B. Gene flow: Show more…
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