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IB ESS HL 3.1.8 Simpsons Reciprocal Index Questions

Calculate and interpret Simpsons reciprocal index as a measure of biodiversity.

Syllabus
First assessment 2026
Course
ESS HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • calculate Simpson’s reciprocal diversity index from species-abundance data and show the substitution clearly
  • interpret index differences as evidence of relative biodiversity and compare biotic and diversity-index approaches
  • evaluate sampling design using quadrats, transects, repeated measurements and control or impact sites

IB ESS HL 3.1.8 Simpsons Reciprocal Index Questions question 1

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Eight freshwater organisms

Figure:Eight freshwater organisms

the freshwater-organism diagram shown above below shows eight freshwater organisms.

Organisms sampled in streams A and B

Table:Organisms sampled in streams A and B

The table shows data from sampling two streams: A and B. Calculate the Simpson's Diversity Index for Stream B.
D=N(N1)n(n1)D=\frac{N\left(\begin{array}{ll}N & 1\end{array}\right)}{n\left(\begin{array}{ll}n & 1\end{array}\right)}

You must show your working.

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