Red-eyed tree frog eggs can hatch up to two days earlier than average if they experience vibrations in their environment. If they hatch more than two days earlier, the embryos are not developed enough to survive outside of the egg. In 1-2 sentences, explain how natural selection keeps frog eggs from hatching earlier than two days before expected hatching. (2 points)

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Natural selection favors red-eyed tree frogs that hatch their eggs within the optimal time frame, as those hatching more than two days early are less likely to survive due to underdevelopment. Consequently, frogs that hatch at the appropriate time are more likely to produce viable offspring, leading to the propagation of genes that regulate hatching timing.
Natural selection ensures that red-eyed tree frog eggs hatch at the right time, as those that hatch too early are less likely to survive. This means frogs that hatch on schedule are more likely to have healthy offspring.

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