Which concept reflects the increasing numbers of species present in an area that includes a wide variety of habitats, vegetation types, and small-scale environments?

a. beta-diversity

b. conservation biology

c. alpha-diversity

d. landscape ecology

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Ferrell

14 January, 12:44

Which concept reflects the increasing numbers of species present in an area that includes a wide variety of habitats, vegetation types, and small-scale environments?

a. beta-diversity

b. conservation biology

c. alpha-diversity

d. landscape ecology

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Emilio Bush · Answer 1

a. beta-diversity

Explanation:

Based on the information provided within the question it can be said that the concept being described is called Beta-diversity. In the context of ecology, this term refers to the ratio found between the regional species found in a geographical location compared to the more local diversity. Mostly in areas that contain different habitats and vegetation types allowing for diversity.

Which concept reflects the increasing numbers of species present in an area that includes a wide variety of habitats, vegetation types, and small-scale environments?a. beta-diversityb. conservation biologyc. alpha-diversityd. landscape ecology

Which concept reflects the increasing numbers of species present in an area that includes a wide variety of habitats, vegetation types, and small-scale environments?

a. beta-diversity

b. conservation biology

c. alpha-diversity

d. landscape ecology