Small Areas That Have a Large Number of Endangered and Threatened

question 3

Multiple Choice

Small areas that have a large number of endangered and threatened species are referred to as ________.

• A)biologically magnified
• B)endemic environments
• C)biodiverse environments
• D)biodiversity hot spots

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Definitions:

Agriculture

The practice of cultivating the land and raising livestock to produce food, fiber, and other products.

Groundwater Contamination

Groundwater contamination occurs when pollutants, from sources like industrial waste, agricultural chemicals, or improper waste disposal, percolate into natural groundwater sources, making it unsafe for consumption and the environment.

Hazardous Waste

Waste that poses substantial or potential threats to public health or the environment due to its toxicity, chemical reactivity, flammability, or other characteristics.

Residential Wells

Small-scale water extraction facilities located on private property used primarily to supply water to individual homes or small communities.