Q1.

Select the statements that are CORRECT regarding patterns of biodiversity.

(A) Species diversity increases as we move away from the equator towards the poles

(B) The tropical Amazon rain forest in South America has the greatest biodiversity on Earth.

(C) There is more solar energy available in the temperate region than tropics.

(D) Tropical environments are less seasonal, relatively more constant and predictable

(E) A. Humboldt observed that within a region, species richness decreases with increasing explored area, up to a limit.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Q2.

Flowers are a fascinating organ of Angiosperms. Flowers are considered the object of aesthetic, ornamental, social and cultural value. Biologically flower is a ________.