A population of lizards lives in a rocky area next to a desert. Some lizards are light colored and blend into the sand. Others are dark and blend into the rocks. What is likely to happen to this population of lizards over time?
A. They may remain one species as a result of stabilizing selection.
B. They may remain one species as a result of directional selection.
C. They may remain one species as a result of disruptive selection.
D. They may evolve into two separate species as a result of disruptive selection.
E. They may evolve into two separate species as a result of directional selection.
Answer: D
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