What is another word for adaptive radiation?
Pronunciation: [ɐdˈaptɪv ɹˌe͡ɪdɪˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Adaptive radiation also known as divergent evolution, describes a process through which a single species evolves into multiple species due to ecological differentiation. The process is closely related to the concept of speciation, which describes the formation of new species over time. Alternative terms that can be used instead of adaptive radiation include radiation, divergent evolution or species radiation. Other similar terms include divergent selection, ecological radiation, and adaptive diversification. Adaptive radiation occurs when a species is subjected to different ecological pressures and adapts accordingly, leading to new species with distinct characteristics, while still remaining closely related to the original species.
