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ZOO 102 Geographic Distribution of Animal Life Objective Question
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What is the 'Latitudinal Diversity Gradient' observed in animal life?
Options
A Species richness increases toward the poles
B Species richness is constant at every latitude
C Species richness generally declines from the equator toward the poles
Correct Answer
D Species richness is highest in the mid-latitude deserts
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document explains that species richness generally declines from the equator toward the poles. Option A describes the exact opposite of the observed gradient.

Hint

Think about where the most biodiverse rainforests are located on a map.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Geographic Distribution of Animal Life
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 257 of 737
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