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What term refers to the variety of life on Earth, including the diversity of species, ecosystems, and genetic variation?
What term refers to the variety of life on Earth, including the diversity of species, ecosystems, and genetic variation?
- Species abundance
- Habitat range
- Biodiversity (correct)
- Ecosystem richness
Which of the following is considered a biodiversity hot-spot?
Which of the following is considered a biodiversity hot-spot?
- Agricultural fields
- Industrial zones
- Tropical rainforests (correct)
- Urban areas
What is one of the major threats to biodiversity that involves the clearing of forests on a large scale?
What is one of the major threats to biodiversity that involves the clearing of forests on a large scale?
- Sustainable agriculture
- Afforestation
- Deforestation (correct)
- Urbanization
In which ecosystem would you most likely find unique species adapted to extreme temperature variations and scarce water availability?
In which ecosystem would you most likely find unique species adapted to extreme temperature variations and scarce water availability?
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What term refers to the total amount of economic value that forests provide through products like timber, medicine, and ecosystem services?
What term refers to the total amount of economic value that forests provide through products like timber, medicine, and ecosystem services?
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