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The occurrence of diversity among the organisms of same species is called ________.

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species diversity

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genetic diversity

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ecosystem diversity

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functional diversity

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Solution

The correct option is B genetic diversity
The occurrence of diversity among the organisms of same species is called genetic diversity. It is the total number of genetic characteristics in the genetic makeup of a species.

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