The introduction of the honeybee to North America is an example of:
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Correct answer: An intentional biological introduction that altered pollination and honey production
Honeybees were brought by European settlers for honey and wax. They spread into the wild, changing the pollination patterns of both native plants and the newly introduced European crops.
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