Understanding Structural Isolation in Plant Pollination

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Question:

Different insect species may not pollinate a plant because of the shape or color of its flowers. This is best described as ________.

behavioral isolation structural isolation geographic isolation reproductive isolation disruptive isolation

Answer:

This is best described as structural isolation. Structural isolation refers to the physical characteristics of a plant (such as the shape or color of its flowers) that may prevent certain insect species from effectively pollinating it.