Question

Which one of the following does not represent biodiversity of a geographical region?
(i) Genetic diversity present is in the dominant species of the region .
(ii) Species endemic to the region.
(iii) Endangered species found in the region.
(iv) The diversity in the organisms living in the region.

• A. (iii) & (iv)
• B. (i) & (ii)
• C. (ii) only
• D. (iv) only

Answer 1

The correct option is D (iv) only

Biodiversity is the variety of living forms present in various ecosystems. It is the diversity of biological organisation ranging from cellular macromolecules to biomes. Biodiversity can be measured on several different levels such as genetic diversity, species diversity and ecosystem diversity.