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What is biodiversity?
What is biodiversity?
- The variability among living organisms from all sources (correct)
- The number of endemic species in a country
- The origin of agricultural crops
- The study of genetic diversity
What is the Convention on Biological Diversity?
What is the Convention on Biological Diversity?
- A book about the importance of biodiversity
- A treaty signed by all countries to protect biodiversity (correct)
- A research project on genetic diversity
- A conference held in Rio de Janeiro in 1992
Which rank does India hold among the plant-rich countries of the world?
Which rank does India hold among the plant-rich countries of the world?
- 15th
- 10th (correct)
- 1st
- 5th
What is genetic diversity?
What is genetic diversity?
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Which level of biodiversity is described as variations among the genes of the same species?
Which level of biodiversity is described as variations among the genes of the same species?
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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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Test your knowledge on biodiversity with this quiz! Explore the concept of biodiversity, its importance, and its role in terrestrial, marine, and other ecosystems. Gain a better understanding of the Convention on Biological Diversity and its significance.
