APFIVE Simpson's Diversity Index and Species Evenness
A student collected the following data on species abundance in two pond ecosystems:
Pond X: Species 1 (45%), Species 2 (45%), Species 3 (5%), Species 4 (5%)
Pond Y: Species 1 (25%), Species 2 (25%), Species 3 (25%), Species 4 (25%)
Which statement correctly compares Simpson’s Diversity Index for these ponds?
A
Both ponds have identical Simpson’s Index values
B
Pond Y has a higher Simpson’s Index due to greater evenness
C
Pond X has a higher Simpson’s Index due to dominance
D
Simpson’s Index cannot be compared without species richness
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