A Population of Organisms Facing a High Risk of Becoming

question 33

Multiple Choice

A population of organisms facing a high risk of becoming extinct because of its population size or rate of population decline due to changing environmental trends or increased predation is considered

• A) threatened.
• B) vulnerable.
• C) endangered.
• D) a fire brigade.
• E) on the "black" list.

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Definitions:

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or judgment about someone or something without adequate knowledge or experience.

Discrimination

Unfair or prejudicial treatment of people based on characteristics such as race, age, sex, or disability.

Social Inequality

The unequal distribution of resources, opportunities, and privileges among members of a society, often based on class, race, gender, or age.

Biological Roots

Fundamental aspects of human behavior and physical traits that are believed to originate from our genetic makeup.