Two plant species found in a dry region of the western United States exhibit vastly different abilities to survive. Species A has very slow stem growth and few leaves but is very abundant. Species B has rapid stem growth and many leaves but is very rare. Which hypothesis is most likely supported by this information?

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Jose Sandoval

2 July, 02:09

Two plant species found in a dry region of the western United States exhibit vastly different abilities to survive. Species A has very slow stem growth and few leaves but is very abundant. Species B has rapid stem growth and many leaves but is very rare. Which hypothesis is most likely supported by this information?

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Karina Acevedo · Answer 1

We have a case of adaptability. Natural selection influenced by the environment selected which plant would do the best, In this case, A has adapted better than B.