NEET Botany Biodiversity Patterns MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about biodiversity patterns are correct?
Species richness is generally highest in the tropics and decreases towards the poles.
India is estimated to have more than 1,00,000 species of plants yet to be discovered.
The majority of named species on Earth are plants, with insects being a minor group.
Tropical environments provide a constant climate, contributing to their higher species diversity.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Statement A and D are correct as species richness is highest in tropics, and a stable environment contributes to this. Statement B is also true but requires more context about the diversity estimates. Statement C is incorrect as over 70% of named species are animals, primarily insects.
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