The Most Serious Consequence of a Loss in Ecosystem Biodiversity

question 4

Multiple Choice

The most serious consequence of a loss in ecosystem biodiversity would be the

• A)increase in global warming and thinning of the ozone layer.
• B)loss of ecosystem services on which people depend.
• C)increase in the abundance and diversity of edge-adapted species.
• D)loss of source of genetic diversity to preserve endangered species.
• E)loss of species for "bioprospecting."

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