5 Questions
Which factor has contributed to the long evolutionary time for species diversification in tropical latitudes?
Relatively undisturbed conditions
What promotes niche specialization and leads to greater species diversity in tropical environments?
Relatively constant environments
Which factor indirectly contributes to greater species diversity in the tropics?
Higher productivity
What is the main difference between tropical and temperate environments?
Seasonal variations
Why do tropical latitudes have a longer evolutionary time for species diversification?
Relatively undisturbed conditions
Test your knowledge on the factors influencing species diversification in tropical environments. Explore hypotheses proposed by ecologists and evolutionary biologists, including the impact of time and undisturbed habitats.
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