Question

1. which term refers to the diversity of life in a given ecosystem?

a. fragmentation

b. biodiversity

c. pollution

d. stewardship

Explanation:

• Option a: Fragmentation refers to the breaking of habitats, not life diversity.
• Option b: Biodiversity is defined as the variety of life (species, genetic, ecosystem) in an ecosystem.
• Option c: Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances, not related to life diversity.
• Option d: Stewardship is about responsible management, not life diversity.

Answer:

b. Biodiversity