Island biogeography theory predicts that a 10-fold increase in area results in
A)a 10-fold increase in species number.
B)a doubling of species number.
C)a tripling of species number.
D)no effect on species number.

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According to the island biogeography theory, a 10-fold increase in area results in a doubling of species number. This is because larger islands provide more habitat and resources, which can support more species. However, the rate of increase in species number decreases as the size of the island increases.

Island Biogeography Theory Predicts That a 10-Fold Increase in Area