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There is more species rich biodiversity in the tropical latitude when compared to the temperate ones. Justify the statement giving two reasons.

Answer:

The reasons behind the fact that there is more species rich biodiversity in the tropical latitude when compared to the temperate ones are as follows

(i) Tropical environments are less seasonal, more constant and predictable than the temperate ones. This, constant environment promotes niche specialisation and leads to a greater species biodiversity.

(ii) The availability of solar energy is much more in the tropics that contribute to the higher productivity which inturn results in greater species diversity.