As we move from the equator to the poles, the species diversity
A
increases
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B
decreases
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C
remains the same
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D
insufficient information
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Solution
The correct option is B decreases Species diversity decreases as we move from the equator to the poles. Tropics have more diverse species compared to the temperate regions or polar regions.