8.5.A—Describe the structure of a community according to its species composition and diversity

Describe the structure of a community according to its species composition and diversity.

• The structure of a community is measured and described in terms of species composition and species diversity. Relevant equation: Simpson’s Diversity Index— Diversity Index = −∑ n N1 2 where n = total number of organisms of a particular species N = total number of organisms of all species