Question

Given below is the representation of the extent of global diversity of vertebrates. What groups does the portions represent?

• A. A - Mammals, B - Birds, C - Fishes, D - Amphibians, E - Reptiles
• B. A - Fishes, B - Mammals, C - Birds, D - Reptiles, E - Amphibians
• C. A - Birds, B - Reptiles, C - Fishes, D - Mammals, E - Amphibians
• D. A - Fishes, B - Amphibians, C - Mammals, D - Birds, E - Reptiles

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

A - Fishes, B - Mammals, C - Birds, D - Reptiles, E - Amphibians

The change in the gene pool due to the process of mutation and recombination may lead to a change in the diverse range of vertebrates. The external factors like temperature, food availability may bring certain adaptational changes which may also contribute to global diversity. According to the given pie chart, fishes has maximum global diversity followed by mammals, birds reptiles and amphibians.

So, the correct answer is option B.