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Question : Point out any 5 functional attributions of biodiversity. |
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Answer» Solution :The major functional attributes are: • continuity of nutrient cycles or biogeochemical cycles `(N_(2) C_(2)H_(2)O_(2) P, S `cycles) • SOIL FORMATION, conditioning or maintenance of soil health (fertility) by soil microbial diversity along with the different trophic members • increases ecosystem productivity and provide food resources • act as water traps, filters, water FLOW regulators and water purifiers (FOREST cover and vegetation) • climate stability (forests are essential for rainfall, temperature regulation, `CO_(2)` absorption, which in turn regulate the density and type of vegetation) • forest resource management and sustainable development |
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