10 Questions
Which level does biodiversity measure variation at?
All of the above
Where is biodiversity usually greater?
In the tropics
Which ecosystems cover less than 10% of Earth's surface but contain about 90% of the world's species?
Tropical forest ecosystems
Where is marine biodiversity usually higher?
In the Western Pacific
What is the primary result of deforestation on biodiversity?
Decrease in biodiversity
Which two scientists independently conceived the theory of evolution by natural selection?
Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace
What are the two main evolutionary processes that act on genetic variation?
Natural selection and genetic drift
What is the primary result of evolution?
Change in the heritable characteristics of biological populations
What is the name of Charles Darwin's book where he first set out the theory of evolution by natural selection?
On the Origin of Species
What are the observable facts about living organisms that establish evolution by natural selection?
More offspring are often produced than can possibly survive; traits vary among individuals
Test your knowledge on biodiversity and its importance in maintaining a healthy planet. Explore the different levels of biodiversity and learn about its distribution across the Earth. Take this quiz to discover how much you know about the variety and variability of life on our planet.
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