Question

What does the variable C represent in the species-area relationship formula log S = log C + Z log A?

पर्याय

• Species richness

• The slope of the regression line

• A constant

• The explored area

Answer 1

In the species-area formula log S = log C + Z log A, C is a constant that represents the y-intercept when the relationship is plotted on a logarithmic scale. This constant value is specific to the region or habitat being studied.