According to the island equilibrium model, species richness would be greatest on an island that is ________.
A) large and remote
B) small and remote
C) large and close to a mainland
D) small and close to a mainland

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The island equilibrium model suggests that species richness is greatest on islands that are large and close to a mainland. This is because larger islands can support more species due to more available habitats and resources, and islands closer to the mainland have higher rates of immigration of new species.

According to the Island Equilibrium Model, Species Richness Would Be