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ZOO 102 Animal Distribution and Biodiversity Conservation in Nigeria Objective Question
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The prediction of how species distributions might change under future climate scenarios is a key application of:
Options
A Island biogeography
B Niche theory
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C Gondwana reconstruction
D Plate tectonics
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Niche theory allows scientists to model the environmental 'envelopes' species require and map where those conditions will exist in the future. Plate tectonics is too slow to predict modern climate change impacts.

Hint

This involves understanding the specific conditions an organism needs to survive.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Animal Distribution and Biodiversity Conservation in Nigeria
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 43 of 737
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