5 Questions
What is biodiversity?
The variability among living organisms from all sources
What is the Convention on Biological Diversity?
A treaty signed by all countries to protect biodiversity
Which rank does India hold among the plant-rich countries of the world?
10th
What is genetic diversity?
The variations among the genes of the same species
Which level of biodiversity is described as variations among the genes of the same species?
Genetic diversity
Study Notes
Biodiversity
- Biodiversity refers to the variety of different species of plants, animals, and microorganisms that live in an ecosystem or on Earth as a whole.
International Agreements
- The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is an international agreement aimed at conserving and sustainably using biodiversity.
India's Biodiversity
- India ranks among the top 10 plant-rich countries of the world.
Types of Biodiversity
- Genetic diversity refers to the variation of genes within a species, enabling it to adapt to changing environments.
Levels of Biodiversity
- Genetic diversity is the level of biodiversity described as variations among the genes of the same species.
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