Botany-Biodiversity Patterns
NEET Botany Biodiversity Patterns MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 12
A diagram in the NCERT textbook shows the number of species in major taxa like plants and animals. Which taxonomic group among animals is the most species-rich, comprising more than 70% of the total animal species?
A
Insects
B
Mammals
C
Reptiles
D
Birds
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Insects are the most species-rich taxonomic group among animals, making up more than 70% of the total animal species.
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