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Biology

Shannon Diversity Index Calculator

Computes the Shannon diversity index (H′) from the individual counts of up to three species in an ecological community. Use it in field ecology to compare habitat quality or monitor biodiversity over time.

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Biology

Chromosome Map Distance Calculator

Convert recombination frequency into genetic map distance in centimorgans (cM) between two loci on a chromosome. Used in linkage analysis and genetic mapping experiments.

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Shannon Diversity Index CalculatorChromosome Map Distance Calculator
CategoryBiologyBiology
Inputs required31
ResultShannon Diversity IndexMap Distance (map units)
What it doesComputes the Shannon diversity index (H′) from the individual counts of up to three species in an ecological community. Use it in field ecology to compare habitat quality or monitor biodiversity over time.Convert recombination frequency into genetic map distance in centimorgans (cM) between two loci on a chromosome. Used in linkage analysis and genetic mapping experiments.