AIIMS2016Botany-Biodiversity and Conservation
AIIMS 2016 Botany Biodiversity Hotspots MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
One of the following statements is incorrect with reference of biodiversity. Identify it.
A
The areas with very few plant and animal species (low species richness) with no threatened species are called biodiversity hotspots.
B
Biodiversity increases from higher altitudes to lower altitudes.
C
Biodiversity decreases from the equator to polar regions.
D
Depletion in genetic diversity of crop plants is mainly due to the introduction of better varieties with high yield, disease resistance, etc.
Correct Answer
Option A
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