Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (14th Edition)

by Starr, Cecie; Taggart, Ralph; Evers, Christine; Starr, Lisa

Published by Brooks/Cole Publishing Co.

ISBN 10: 1305073959

ISBN 13: 978-1-30507-395-1

Chapter 45 - Self-Quiz - Page 817: 10

Answer

Option a

Work Step by Step

Species richness is highest in areas near the equator.The major reason for this is the suitable climatic conditions and resource availability.Also,these were established long ago,which means that there was sufficient time for speciation to take place.This diversity decreases on moving from the equator towards the poles.

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