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IB ESS SL 3.1.7 Species Diversity Components Question Bank

Interpret species richness and evenness as components of species diversity.

Syllabus
First assessment 2026
Course
ESS SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • identify the biodiversity or evolutionary process
  • apply the correct diversity, selection or conservation concept
  • justify the conclusion with evidence and ecological reasoning

3.1.7—Species diversity components question 1

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Figure: Four species of the family Leporidae

Figure:Four species of the family Leporidae

Figure: A dichotomous key for species A to D

Figure:A dichotomous key for species A to D

Figure: Sagebrush ecosystem without invasive cheatgrass

Figure:Sagebrush ecosystem without invasive cheatgrass

Figure: Sagebrush ecosystem with invasive cheatgrass

Figure:Sagebrush ecosystem with invasive cheatgrass

The family Leporidae includes hares and rabbits. The figures show four species that can be found in western North America.

Distinguish between the biodiversity of the sagebrush ecosystems in

Figures: Sagebrush ecosystem without invasive cheatgrass and Sagebrush ecosystem with invasive cheatgrass.

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