Question : The term "biodiversity" refers to:
Option 1: The variety of animal species in an ecosystem
Option 2: The variety of plant species in an ecosystem
Option 3: The variety of life forms in an ecosystem
Option 4: The variety of ecosystems in a region
Correct Answer: The variety of life forms in an ecosystem
Solution : The correct answer is (c) The variety of life forms in an ecosystem
Biodiversity encompasses all the different species of plants, animals, and microorganisms, as well as the genetic diversity within each species. It also includes the variety of ecosystems and ecological processes that support life on Earth. Biodiversity is essential for the functioning of ecosystems, providing numerous benefits such as ecosystem stability, nutrient cycling, and the provision of ecosystem services.
Option 1: Variety of plant species in a region
Option 2: Variety of animal species in a region
Option 3: Variety of ecosystems in a region
Option 4: Variety of species, genes, and ecosystems in a region
Question : The term "biodiversity" in environmental movements refers to:
Option 1: The variety of industrial products available in the market
Option 2: The diversity of cultural practices around the world
Option 3: The variety of living organisms and ecosystems on Earth
Option 4: The range of technological innovations in environmental conservation
Question : Red data book contains data of which of the following?
Option 1: All plant species
Option 2: All animal species
Option 3: All endangered species
Option 4: All extinct species
Question : In which of the following ecosystems benthic zone is found?
Option 1: Freshwater ecosystem
Option 2: Saltwater ecosystem
Option 3: Tundra ecosystem
Option 4: Forest ecosystem
Question : As one moves from the polar region towards the equator the diversity of plant, and animal species __________.
Option 1: increases
Option 2: decreases
Option 3: no changes
Option 4: no option is correct
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