Which of the Following Terms Includes All of the Others

Question

Which of the following terms includes all of the others?
A) species diversity
B) biodiversity
C) genetic diversity
D) ecosystem diversity
E) species richness

Accepted Answer

Biodiversity includes all other terms listed. Species diversity and species richness only refer to the variety of species present in a specific area. Genetic diversity refers to the variety of genes within a species population. Ecosystem diversity refers to the variety of ecosystems or habitats within a larger region. Biodiversity encompasses all of these categories and includes the total variety of life on Earth, from genetic variation within species to the diversity of ecosystems and their interactions.