Question

A small limited habitat within a larger, more extensive habitat is called a microhabitat.

With regard to the assertion and reason, choose the correct option:

Assertion [A]: Rainforests show high biodiversity.
Reason [R]: Rainforests have a large number of microhabitats.

• A. Both A and R are correct and R explains A
• B. Both A and R are correct but R does not explain A
• C. A is incorrect but R is correct
• D. Both A and R are incorrect

Answer 1

The correct option is A Both A and R are correct and R explains A

Rainforest is a highly heterogenous habitat; it consists of the canopy, understory and forest floor. Each of these layers offers many microhabitats, enabling the growth and development of many diverse species.