Botany-Biodiversity Patterns

NEET Botany Biodiversity Patterns MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 12

If India has 45,000 recorded plant species, what is the estimated total number of plant species, including those yet to be discovered, using May's global estimate that only 22% of species have been recorded?

A

204,545

B

100,000

C

450,000

D

222,727

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to May's estimate, only 22% of species are recorded. If 45,000 species are 22%, then the total number of plant species is calculated as 45,000 / 0.22 = 204,545.

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