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SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 53

SSC CPO - 10 Nov 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q53

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In an ecosystem, vertical distribution of different species occupying different levels is called ______.
 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. stratification

  • In an ecosystem, vertical distribution of different species occupying different levels is called stratification.

  • Stratification is the process of arrangement of species in their habitat so that uses of resources can be maintained by reducing
    competition between different organisms.

  • The bottom layer is occupied by herb and grasses, the second layer is occupied by shrubs and the third one by small trees and the last one by canopy.