What is meant by biodiversity? List two advantages of conserving forests and wildlife.

(N/A) Biodiversity refers to the variety and variability of living organisms in a specific ecosystem or region.
Two advantages of conserving forests and wildlife are:
$(i)$ It helps in maintaining ecological balance by supporting complex food webs and nutrient cycles.
(ii) It helps in maintaining rainfall patterns and regulating the climate.
(iii) It prevents soil erosion and maintains soil fertility.