Use the following diagram of five islands formed at around the same time near a particular mainland, as well as MacArthur and Wilson's island equilibrium model principles to answer the question.

Which region would likely have the greatest species diversity?
A) island A
B) island C
C) island D
D) the mainland

Question

Use the following diagram of five islands formed at around the same time near a particular mainland, as well as MacArthur and Wilson's island equilibrium model principles to answer the question.

Which region would likely have the greatest species diversity?
A) island A 
B) island C 
C) island D 
D) the mainland

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to MacArthur and Wilson's island equilibrium model, larger islands closer to the mainland are likely to have greater species diversity due to factors such as immigration and extinction rates. Therefore, the mainland (which is the largest and closest to the other islands) would likely have the greatest species diversity.

Use the Following Diagram of Five Islands Formed at Around