Habitat Fragmentation Can Reduce Biodiversity by

question 13

Multiple Choice

Habitat fragmentation can reduce biodiversity by

• A)creating patches too small to maintain optimal breeding conditions.
• B)increasing the effects of chemical pollution.
• C)eliminating vast tracts of forests.
• D)introducing exotic species into a habitat.
• E)doing all of these.

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Definitions:

E-factor Measurement

This metric assesses the environmental impact of chemical processes, calculating the amount of waste generated per unit of product.

Atom Economy

A measure of the efficiency of a chemical reaction, in terms of how much of the reactants end up in the desired final products.

Circular Economy

An economic system aimed at minimizing waste and making the most of resources by reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling existing materials and products.

International Manufacturing

The production of goods in multiple countries to take advantage of global efficiencies such as lower labor costs.