Grassland plots with varying number of grass species were cultivated for 10 years. At the end of the experiment, total plant cover was measured. Soil nitrogen was also measured to […]
Tag: CSIR NET Life Science Previous Year Questions Community Ecology
Tag: CSIR NET Life Science Previous Year Questions Community Ecology
CSIR NET Life Science Previous Year Questions Community Ecology
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Ecotones: Identifying the Incorrect Statement
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- June 29, 2025
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Which one of these statements is NOT CORRECT with respect to ecotones? (1) Intertidal zones and estuaries are two examples of ecotones (2) They are transitional areas of vegetation between […]
Ecotones: Transition Zones with High Species Diversity
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- June 29, 2025
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Which one of the following statements is correct with reference to ecotones? (1) Ecotones are rich in endemic species and only contain species not found in surrounding ecosystems. (2) Ecotones […]
Simpson’s Diversity Index: Comparing Alpha Diversity in Two Communities
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- June 29, 2025
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Following table shows the number of individuals of different species in two communities, X and Y. Based on the above data and the Simpson’s Diversity Index which one of the […]
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- June 29, 2025
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Following table shows the presence (+) or absence (-) of five species in three communities (A, B, C): Based on the above, which of the following is the correct order […]
Which Explanations for Species Richness Patterns Are NOT Valid? A Detailed Analysis
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- June 29, 2025
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Which of the following is/are NOT valid explanation(s) for the observed pattern of species richness? A. Older communities are more species rich. B. Large areas support more species. C. Natural […]
Understanding the Relationship Between Disturbance Levels and Species Diversity: Matching Graphs to Ecological Statements
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- June 29, 2025
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The possible relationships between levels of disturbance and species diversity in a biological community are that species diversity A. is unaffected by disturbance. B. is highest at intermediate levels of […]
Which Statement About Alpha, Beta, and Gamma Diversity Is NOT Correct?
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- June 29, 2025
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Which one of the following statements is NOT correct? (1) Both alpha and gamma diversities measure the presence and abundance of species in a community (2) Gamma diversity can be […]
Understanding Alpha, Beta, and Gamma Diversity: Identifying the Incorrect Statement in Species Diversity Patterns
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- June 29, 2025
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In the context of diversity patterns of species, which one of the following statements is INCORRECT? (1) Alpha diversity is diversity within a single community (2) Beta diversity is a […]
Edge Effect in Ecology: Why Transitional Zones Are Rich in Biodiversity
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- June 28, 2025
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Which statement is correct regarding edge effect? (1) Poor in nutrients (2) Rich in diversity (3) Low competition (4) Low habitat diversity What Is the Edge Effect? The edge effect […]


