Question

How does latitude influence the species richness of an ecosystem?

Hint:

Latitude impacts biodiversity, with regions closer to the equator housing more species due to favorable climatic conditions and higher productivity.

Answer 1

Latitude influences species richness in the following way: - Higher Richness Near the Equator: Tropical regions near the equator have higher species richness due to stable climates, abundant solar energy, and higher productivity. - Decrease with Distance from Equator: As latitude increases (moving toward the poles), species richness decreases due to harsher climatic conditions and limited resources.