As one moves from the polar region towards equator the diversity of plant and animal species
(A) increases
(B) decreases
(C) no changes
(D) No option is correct.
Correct Answer : increases
Question Asked : SSC Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Exam 2017
Explanation : As a rule, biodiversity decreases from the equator towards the poles. Typically, equatorial regions have warmer climates and direct insolation that allows for more producers which provide food for the many food chains operating in the equatorial biomes. Therefore, there are greater numbers of species found in equatorial regions as compared to the poles.
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