Species diversity increase as one proceeds from

Biology Biodiversity and Conservation General Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 12, 2026

high altitude to low altitude and high latitude to low latitude.

low altitude to high altitude and high latitude to low latitude.

low altitude to high altitude and low latitude to high latitude.

high altitude to low altitude and low latitude to high latitude.

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Species diversity is highest in tropical, low-altitude regions and lowest in polar and high-altitude regions.

This is because tropical areas have stable climate, high productivity, and long evolutionary history, supporting more species.

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