AP Biologymediummcq1 pt
Species richness alone can misrepresent diversity because
A.one species may dominate while others are rare
B.richness is not measurable
C.more species always means lower stability
D.richness includes genetic diversity
Explanation
Core Concept
Two communities can have equal species counts yet very different evenness — the dominated community is effectively less diverse.
Correct Answer
Aone species may dominate while others are rare
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