Peppered moths use the adaptation of camouflage as protection from predators. they may have a variety of colors or shades, but before the industrial revolution, they were typically white with black speckles. the industrial revolution in the 1880s introduced large-scale pollution into the environment. the pollution resulted in widespread, dark-colored staining of buildings and trees. which of the following was the most likely effect of the industrial revolution on peppered moths in cities?