Question

Species diversity increases as one proceeds from

• A. High altitude to low altitude and high latitude to low latitude
• B. Low altitude to high altitude and high latitude to low latitude
• C. Low altitude to high altitude and low latitude to high latitude
• D. High altitude to low altitude and low latitude to high latitude

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

High altitude to low altitude and high latitude to low latitude

• Species diversity increases as one proceeds from high altitude to low altitude and high latitude to low latitude. The temperature and seasonal variability increases with increased altitude and decreased latitude. Hence, this results in higher species diversity in these areas.

Thus, the correct answer is 'High altitude to low altitude and high latitude to low latitude.'