Biodiversity and Conservation · Class 12 · CBSE · Science Biology
Which of the following levels of biodiversity is best exemplified by the genetic variations observed within medicinal plants like Rauwolfia vomitoria…
Practice question from Biodiversity and Conservation (Class 12 · CBSE · Science Biology), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
medium · MCQ · Q-EBE8C9
Which of the following levels of biodiversity is best exemplified by the genetic variations observed within medicinal plants like Rauwolfia vomitoria growing in different Himalayan ranges?
- A.Species diversity
- B.Ecological diversity
- C.Genetic diversityCorrect answer
- D.Alpha diversity
Solution
Genetic diversity refers to the variation of genes within a single species. Rauwolfia vomitoria showing genetic variation in the potency and concentration of the active chemical reserpine across different habitats is a classic example of genetic diversity.
More from Biodiversity and Conservation
- According to Robert May's global estimates, what is the approximate total number of plant and animal species described so far, and the esti…
- In the species-area relationship equation log S = log C + Z log A, what does the slope of the line (Z) typically represent when considered…
- Which group of organisms comprises the maximum number of species globally among vertebrates?
- The 'Evil Quartet' is a term used to describe the four major causes of biodiversity loss. Which of the following is NOT part of the Evil Qu…
Practise more Biology
Sign up free for adaptive practice on this chapter, with instant feedback and hints on every question.
Start practising freeFree to start · No credit card needed