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26. Most of the world's biodiversity is found near the
equator. Which
of the following statements best
explains
this phenomena?
A) There are less people in these areas
B) The abiotic and biotic factors are favorable to
more organisms
C) Climate change does not affect these areas
D) Temperature changes tend to be greater in these
areas.



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Final answer:

Biodiversity increases near the equator due to various factors like ecosystem age, energy input, and habitat diversity.


Explanation:

Biodiversity increases closer to the equator due to factors such as the greater age of ecosystems, higher energy input, and increased habitat heterogeneity. The stability of tropical ecosystems may also promote speciation, leading to higher biodiversity levels. The tropics are known for hosting a wide variety of endemic species.


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