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IB ESS SL 3.1.1 Biodiversity Levels Questions

Distinguish genetic, species and ecosystem diversity and explain why each matters.

Syllabus
First assessment 2026
Course
ESS SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • distinguish genetic, species and habitat diversity and relate abundance to species diversity
  • use species richness, endemism, habitat diversity, ecological services and threat to justify conservation importance
  • explain how habitat variety provides niches, food, breeding grounds or shelter that can increase species diversity

IB ESS SL 3.1.1 Biodiversity Levels Questions question 1

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Figure 1(a): Extinction risk levels of species in global biodiversity by category

Figure:Extinction risk levels of species in global biodiversity by category

Figure 1(b): Changing species extinction risk by category 1980–2015

Figure:Changing species extinction risk by category 1980–2015

Figures 1(a) and 1(b) are based on records for species diversity. Identify one other factor that may be measured to assess the diversity of life on Earth.

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