In Terms of Habitat Destruction, the Greatest Eliminator of Species

question 98

Multiple Choice

In terms of habitat destruction, the greatest eliminator of species is

• A)pollution of streams, lakes, and oceans
• B)destruction of coral reefs
• C)destruction of wetlands
• D)plowing of grasslands
• E)deforestation in tropical areas

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Definitions:

Typology

A classification system that organizes concepts, objects, or phenomena into distinct types or categories based on common characteristics.

Nomination

The act of officially suggesting someone for a job, position, or award.

Hawthorne Effect

The alteration of behavior by subjects of a study due to their awareness of being observed.

Situational Risk

The risk of harm or danger arising from specific circumstances or conditions of a particular situation.