Define the following terms:
$(i)$ Genetic diversity
$(ii)$ Hotspot
$(i)$ Genetic diversity
$(ii)$ Hotspot
(N/A) $(i)$ Genetic diversity: It refers to the diversity in the number and types of genes as well as chromosomes present in different species and the variations in the genes and their alleles in the same species. It enables a population to adapt to its environment.
$(ii)$ Hotspot: These are regions with very high levels of species richness and high degree of endemism (species confined to that region and not found anywhere else). These areas are also under constant threat of habitat loss.
$(ii)$ Hotspot: These are regions with very high levels of species richness and high degree of endemism (species confined to that region and not found anywhere else). These areas are also under constant threat of habitat loss.
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Given below are two statements.
Statement-$I$: Genetic diversity is the diversity in the number and type of genes as well as chromosomes present in the same species and variations in the genes and their alleles.
Statement-$II$: Species diversity deals with the variety of species as well as the number of individuals of different species observed in an area.
In light of the above statements,select the correct answer from the options given below.
Statement-$I$: Genetic diversity is the diversity in the number and type of genes as well as chromosomes present in the same species and variations in the genes and their alleles.
Statement-$II$: Species diversity deals with the variety of species as well as the number of individuals of different species observed in an area.
In light of the above statements,select the correct answer from the options given below.
Define the terms $(i)$ Bioprospecting $(ii)$ Endemism.
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View SolutionWhich of the following is $NOT$ a criterion for identifying a biodiversity hotspot?
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View SolutionRead the following statements:
$(A)$ India has a greater ecosystem diversity than Norway.
$(B)$ According to the $IUCN$ $(2004)$,the total number of plant and animal species described so far is slightly more than $1.5$ million.
$(A)$ India has a greater ecosystem diversity than Norway.
$(B)$ According to the $IUCN$ $(2004)$,the total number of plant and animal species described so far is slightly more than $1.5$ million.
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View SolutionWhich of the following has maximum genetic diversity in India?
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