Which species–area relationship statement is the odd one out?
- AThe slope parameter reflects the rate at which species richness changes with area on log scales.
- BOn logarithmic scales the relationship can be expressed as a straight line.
- CSpecies richness generally increases with area within a region up to practical limits.
- DFor very large areas such as continents, the slope z usually remains in the same narrow 0.1–0.2 range typical of within-region studies.
✓ Correct answer: D
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