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The term alpha diversity refers to:
The term alpha diversity refers to:
- Plants
- Species diversity (correct)
- Genetic diversity
- Ecosystem diversity
Select the correct statement about biodiversity:
Select the correct statement about biodiversity:
- Desert animal species have a high degree of species richness
- Large scale planting of BT cotton has no adverse effect on biodiversity
- Biodiversity is just a fad pursued by developed countries
- Western Ghats have a high degree of biodiversity (correct)
Which of the following represent maximum number of species among global biodiversity?
Which of the following represent maximum number of species among global biodiversity?
- Algae
- Mosses and Ferns
- Lichens
- Fungi (correct)
Which of the following countries has the highest biodiversity?
Which of the following countries has the highest biodiversity?
What is an important reason for the conservation of natural resources?
What is an important reason for the conservation of natural resources?
The death of the last individual of a species is called _____
The death of the last individual of a species is called _____
A species existing but in declining number is __________ species.
A species existing but in declining number is __________ species.
A ______ is a group of ecosystems that have the same climate and dominant communities.
A ______ is a group of ecosystems that have the same climate and dominant communities.
Which one of the following is said to be the most important cause or reason for the extinction of animals and plants?
Which one of the following is said to be the most important cause or reason for the extinction of animals and plants?
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Alpha diversity
Alpha diversity
The measure of biodiversity within a single ecosystem.
Species diversity
Species diversity
The variety of species in a region or habitat.
Biodiversity in Rajasthan/Gujarat
Biodiversity in Rajasthan/Gujarat
High biodiversity despite a desert environment.
Extinction
Extinction
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Threatened species
Threatened species
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Biome
Biome
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Conservation of resources
Conservation of resources
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Biodiversity
Biodiversity
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Maximum species (global)
Maximum species (global)
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Highest biodiversity country
Highest biodiversity country
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Question and Answer Key Facts
- Term alpha diversity refers to: Genetic diversity
- Correct statement about biodiversity: Western Ghats have a high degree of species richness and endemism
- Maximum number of species among global biodiversity: Algae
- Country with highest biodiversity: Brazil
- Reason for conservation of natural resources: Preserve the biological diversity
- Death of the last individual of a species: Extinction
- Species existing but in declining number: Threatened
- A group of ecosystems: Biome
- Most important cause of animal and plant extinction: Loss of habitat and fragmentation
- Total amount of leaving material at various trophic levels: Depicted by pyramids of biomass.
- Transfer of energy in different trophic levels: Bioenergetics
- Not a functional unit of an ecosystem: Decomposition
- Species that determines the existence of many other species: Keystone species
- Animals living at the bottom of the sea: Benthic
- Non-living factors that shape ecosystems: Abiotic factors
- Sequence of eating and being eaten: Food chain
- Not a natural form of pollution: Automotives
- Harmful materials in the environment: Pollutants
- Pollution type of landfill of waste: Pollution
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Test your knowledge about biodiversity and its conservation with this engaging quiz! Explore key concepts including alpha diversity, species richness, and the importance of preserving our natural resources. Challenge yourself to understand the intricate relationships between ecosystems and the species they support.
