Which of the given statements is incorrect about biodiversi…

Biology Biodiversity and Conservation NCERT Single Correct MCQ

Published by: CGP EDU Academic Team

Published on: August 12, 2026

Which of the given statements is incorrect about biodiversity?

Alpha diversity represents the species diversity within a community.

Beta diversity represents the species diversity among the communities.

Gamma diversity reflects the rate of change in the species composition in communities across landscape.

Gamma diversity represents the diversity of various communities within a landscape.

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Alpha diversity → species diversity within a community

Beta diversity → change in species composition between communities

Gamma diversity → overall diversity of communities in a landscape

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