Give scientific reasons: Species diversity of plants is much less than that of animals.
(N/A) The species diversity of plants is much less than that of animals because most animals possess a nervous system that controls and coordinates various activities. They also possess receptors to receive environmental stimuli. These responses are often adaptive and ensure the survival of the organism in changing environmental conditions,allowing for greater diversification compared to plants.
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