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19 July, 19:21

In England, a species of moth has two color morphs: gray and white. Before the industrial revolution, the white morph was the most common. After the industrial revolution, the gray morph became more common. Scientists believe that the gray moths were better able to conceal themselves in the sooty landscape that accompanied early industry. What kind of selection happened?

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  1. 19 July, 19:33
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    Natural selection: the white moths were easier to see and were eaten, this left more grey moths to reproduce.
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