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How does species diversity differ from ecological diversity ?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Species Diversity**: - Species diversity refers to the variety of different species present in a particular area or ecosystem. It encompasses both the number of species (species richness) and the relative abundance of each species (species evenness). For example, in a forest community, if there are various species of trees, birds, and insects, this variety contributes to the species diversity of that forest. 2. **Examples of Species Diversity**: - Consider a specific area, say Area A, which contains four different species: Species 1, Species 2, Species 3, and Species 4. The presence of these multiple species indicates a high level of species diversity. The more different species present in an area, the greater the species diversity. ...
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