The Florida panther, Puma concolor coryi, is one of the most threatened species on Earth, with only 80-00 individuals remaining. Their population is most threatened by humans, habitat loss, and their own poor health due to genetic diseases. Some conservationists want to introduce new individuals from Texas, the mountain lion, Puma concolor. Scientists are currently uncertain whether the Florida panther and the Texas mountain lion are the same or different subspecies.What level of biodiversity in the panther population are scientists most concerned with?
A. Species diversity
B. Population diversity
C. Local diversity
D. Genetic diversity
E. Ecosystem diversity
Answer: D
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can facilitated diffusion occur in any direction?
What will be an ideal response?
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