Question

Select a small area (say, 1 m2) near a

water-body, it may be a river, stream,

lake or pond. Count the number of

different animals and plants in this

area. Also, check the number of

individuals of each type or species.

• Compare this with the number of

individuals (both animals and plants)

found in an area of the same size in a

dry, rocky region.

• Is the variety of plant and animal life

the same in both these areas?

Answer 1

Answer:

Select a small area (say, 1 m2) near a water- body, it may be a river, stream, lake or pond. Count the number of different animals and plants ...