What is the explanation for the observation that the proportion of white-winged moths to dark-winged moths…

What is the explanation for the observation that the proportion of white-winged moths to dark-winged moths changed over time?
  1. The white-winged moths were better adapted to survive before industrialization, while the dark-winged moths were better adapted to survive after industrialization
  2. The dark-winged moths evolved to have a competitive advantage over the white:winged moths
  3. The white-winged moths became extinct while the dark-winged moths thrived
  4. The population of moths was affected by changes in their natural habitat

Solution

During post:industrialisation period, the tree trunks became dark due to industrial

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