Overharvesting Would Most Likely Result in Extinction for a Species

question 170

Multiple Choice

Overharvesting would most likely result in extinction for a species that is

• A) already critically endangered.
• B) now classified as endangered or vulnerable.
• C) not endangered and has a large population.
• D) small, relatively unknown, and not prized for food.
• E) used as food and can be easily replaced.

Comprehend the evolutionary history and relationships of protists as revealed by phylogenetic studies.

Recognize the significance of protists in nutrient cycles and their roles as primary producers and decomposers.

Understand the basic concepts of genetic modification and traditional plant breeding.

Comprehend the role of modern agricultural techniques, including the use of pesticides, insecticides, and synthetic fertilizers, in meeting food demand.

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