Biodiversity Conservation And Wild Life Question 96
Question: In the United States, the groups of organisms with the highest proportion of endangered or extinct species live in:
Options:
A) Grasslands
B) The deciduous forest biome
C) Freshwater habitats
D) Deserts
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
The correct answer is indeed C) Freshwater habitats. Here’s why:
A) Grasslands: While grasslands do host a variety of species, they are not the habitats with the highest proportion of endangered or extinct species in the United States.
B) The deciduous forest biome: Deciduous forests, while rich in biodiversity, do not have the highest proportion of endangered or extinct species.
C) Freshwater habitats: Freshwater habitats are indeed the ones with the highest proportion of endangered or extinct species in the United States.
These habitats are highly sensitive to environmental changes and human activities such as pollution, habitat destruction, and introduction of invasive species, which can lead to a high rate of species endangerment and extinction.
D) Deserts: Deserts, while having unique and adapted biodiversity, do not have the highest proportion of endangered or extinct species in the United States.
So, the correct answer is indeed C) Freshwater habitats. It’s important to note that conservation efforts are crucial in all types of habitats to preserve biodiversity and prevent further species endangerment and extinction.
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