Simpson index

Diversity Index Overview

• A diversity index is a quantitative measure used to assess the variety and distribution of species or entities within a given area or population. It reflects the degree of diversity in a habitat or dataset.

Demography and Diversity Indices

• Entities of interest in demography include population size, structure, and diversity. Indicators may encompass age, race, ethnicity, and gender distributions, which contribute to understanding social dynamics.

Aspects of Biodiversity Represented

• Diversity indices statistically represent species richness (the number of different species) and evenness (the distribution of individuals among those species). They help assess ecosystem health and biodiversity levels.

Types of Interest in Ecology

• In ecology, diversity indices focus on various types such as alpha diversity (diversity within a specific area), beta diversity (variation between habitats), and gamma diversity (overall diversity across multiple areas).

Entities of Interest in Information Science

• In information science, entities of interest with diversity indices include datasets, information sources, user populations, or categories of information. These indices help evaluate the richness and diversity of information available.