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ZOO 102 Practice Questions ZOO 102 1 Objective Question
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9. The latitudinal diversity gradient describes how species richness
Options
A Increases from the equator toward the poles
B Generally declines from the equator toward the poles
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C Remains constant across all latitudes
D Is highest at the poles
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The latitudinal diversity gradient (LDG) is a fundamental ecological pattern where biodiversity/species richness is highest near the equator and steadily decreases toward the polar regions.

Hint

Tropical regions near the equator harbor more species than cold poles.

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Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Practice Questions ZOO 102 1
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 309 of 737
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