Question

These are regarded as major causes of biodiversity loss:

1. Over exploitation
2. Co-extinction
3. Mutation
4. Habitat loss and fragmentation
5. Migration

Choose the correct option:

Options

• A, B and E only

• A, B and D only

• A, C and D only

• A, B, C and D only

Answer 1

A, B and D only

Explanation:

Climate change, overexploitation, pollution, invasive species, habitat fragmentation, and habitat destruction are the main causes of biodiversity loss. The main reasons are human activity including resource exploitation, urbanization, and agriculture. These elements endanger biodiversity worldwide, disturb ecosystems, and cause species extinctions.