Prelims 2014 · Environment · Question 73
Which of the following phenomena might have influenced the evolution of organisms? 1. Continental drift 2. Glacial cycles. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Answer
Both 1 and 2
1. Continental drift — Movement of continents changed isolation and connectivity of landmasses, altering habitats and causing speciation. Verdict: Correct.
2. Glacial cycles — Repeated ice ages and interglacial periods changed climate, sea levels, and migration patterns, influencing natural selection and evolution. Verdict: Correct.
Hence, both 1 and 2 might have influenced the evolution of organisms.