a population of domesticated sheep becomes stranded on a rocky island. over many years, the physical traits of the sheep population are altered. their wool became thicker and darker, their hooves became deeper and sturdier, and their ears became smaller and rounder. these changes are an example of which process?

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Patience Wilson

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15 October, 15:09

a population of domesticated sheep becomes stranded on a rocky island. over many years, the physical traits of the sheep population are altered. their wool became thicker and darker, their hooves became deeper and sturdier, and their ears became smaller and rounder. these changes are an example of which process?

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Ellis Ryan · Answer 1

This is an example of animals adapting to their environment. The sheep got sturdier hooves to stay balanced on the rocky island and they got darker wool to match the dark rocks for hiding when in danger.