Biology Biodiversity and Conservation Biodiversity: Levels and Patterns Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

Genetic diversity is the measure of

A
varieties of the species and their relative abundance present within a region
B
variation in the genetic information contained in the organisms
C
diversity of the genes at community and ecosystem levels
D
All of the above

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The correct answer is:
B

Genetic diversity refers to the variation in genes within a species. It means differences in DNA among individuals of the same species (like different traits, adaptations, etc.).

Option describes species diversity, not genetic diversity.

Option is incorrect because genetic diversity is at the species level, not community or ecosystem level .

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