Question

Define biodiversity. Discuss in brief the various levels of biodiversity

Answer 1

the variety of plant and animal life in the world or in a particular habitat, a high level of which is usually considered to be important and desirable.

Answer 2

Answer:

Levels of Biodiversity :

1. Genetic diversity :

Diversity among the organisms of same species. The genetic constitution of each organism may be different.

2. Species diversity :

Diversity in the species of organisms that occur in the nature.

E. g. Various types of plants, animals, microbes.

3. Ecosystem diversity :

Many ecosystems are present in a particular region. Diversity of the different ecosystems.

E. g. Natural and artificial ecosystems.