Assertion : Ecotone shows more diversity.
Reason : Ecotone is an sharp transition zone between two or more diverse communities.

Options

A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B. If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D. If both the assertion and reason are false

Answer

A

Explanation

An ecotone is a transition area between two biomes. It is where two communities meet and integrate. The ecotone can a have a sharp vegetation transition thus contribute maximum diversity.