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Varying Rates of Speciation
Graduated Speciation vs Punctuated Equilibrium
In (a) gradual speciation, species diverge at a slow, steady pace as traits change incrementally. In (b) punctuated equilibrium, species diverge quickly and then remain unchanged for long periods of time.
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"OpenStax College, Reconnection and Rates of Speciation. October 16, 2013."
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