Multiple Choice
What does the figure suggest about patterns of biodiversity for particular groups of organisms?
A) Species diversity is highest at the equator.
B) Species diversity is highest at the poles.
C) Climatic influences are most important in determining areas of higher diversity.
D) Diversity patterns are unpredictable.
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