Question

Match the following:

A. $\alpha$ diversity	1. The richness of different species in a habitat.
B. $\beta$ diversity	2. The richness of different species along with a gradient from one habitat to another habitat within the community.
C. $\gamma$ diversity	3. The richness of different species in different habitat.

• A. A-3, B-2, C-3
• B. A-1, B-3, C-2
• C. A-2, B-1, C-3
• D. A-3, B-2, C-1

Answer 1

The correct option is B A-1, B-3, C-2

• Alpha diversity is the number of species found in a particular area or ecosystem.
• Beta diversity is the variation of the species composition between two habitats or regions. It takes into account the alpha diversity of the habitats and the number of unique species in each habitat.
• Gamma diversity is a measure of the overall number of species (the diversity) within a region. It is basically the sum of all the species of all habitats within the region of interest.

So, the correct answer is "A-1, B-3, C-2".