AIPMT PRELIMS 2007 Zoology Natural Selection MCQ Question
Industrial melanism as observed in peppered moth proves that
the melanic form of the moth has no selective advantage over lighter form in industrial area
the lighter-form moth has no selective advantage either in polluted industrial area or non-polluted area
melanism is a pollution-generated feature
the true black melanic forms arise by a recurring random mutation.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Industrial melanism is an example of natural selection where darker moths were favored in polluted areas due to better camouflage.
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