SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The greater the number of different species of animals and plants in an environment, the greater the A.biodiversity of the environment.
A
biodiversity of the environment
B
elevation of the region
C
distance of the environment from the Equator
D
precipitation in the climate
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Areas with high numbers of endemic species are called biodiversity hotspots. Scientists and communities are making a special effort to preserve biodiversity in these regions. Biodiversity can also refer to the variety of ecosystems-communities of living things and their environments.

Detailed explanation-2: -Greater biodiversity in ecosystems, species, and individuals leads to greater stability. For example, species with high genetic diversity and many populations that are adapted to a wide variety of conditions are more likely to be able to weather disturbances, disease, and climate change.

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