The Latitudinal Diversity Gradient Refers to What Pattern of Species

question 17

Multiple Choice

The latitudinal diversity gradient refers to what pattern of species diversity?

• A)For many kinds of organisms, species diversity is greatest near the equator and lowest near the poles.
• B)For many kinds of organisms, species diversity is greatest near the poles and lowest near the equator.
• C)For many kinds of organisms, species diversity is greatest at low elevation and lowest at high elevation.
• D)For many kinds of organisms, species diversity is greatest at high elevation and lowest at low elevation.
• E)Plants are most diverse near the equator, while animals are most diverse toward the poles.

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