Loss of Biodiversity Matters Not Only with Regard to Mammals

question 30

Multiple Choice

Loss of biodiversity matters not only with regard to mammals or other vertebrates, but also microbes. Why are microbes worthy of discovery and protection from extinction?

• A) Microbes play a role in digestion.
• B) Microbes may produce unique proteins useful in genetic research.
• C) Microbes are much greater in species number than any other taxa on Earth.
• D) Microbes may be the most sensitive to the next large extinction event.

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Definitions:

Violent Behavior

Acts that involve the use of physical force with the intention of hurting, damaging, or killing someone or something.

Impaired Social Interaction

Difficulty in engaging in or sustaining meaningful interactions with others, often resulting from psychological or cognitive conditions.

Neuronal Activity

The electrochemical actions and interactions within neurons that underpin all functions of the nervous system, including thought, movement, and sensation.

Social Isolation

A state in which an individual feels alone and separated from others, lacking social connections or support.